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A Study in Scarlet
- De: Arthur Conan Doyle
- Narrado por: Derek Jacobi
- Duración: 4 h y 41 m
- Versión completa
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 971
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 841
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 841
Originally named A Tangled Skein, this is the first Sherlock Holmes story. The real strength and the unique quality of the novel lies in the introduction of Holmes and Watson to each other - and those dark early scenes when a corpse is discovered in a derelict house in southeast London. The ultimate crusader against crime and criminals, Holmes' genius is revealed here for the very first time.
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4 out of 5 stars
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The result of all our study in scarlet ...
- De Felicia J en 11-04-13
- A Study in Scarlet
- De: Arthur Conan Doyle
- Narrado por: Derek Jacobi
Nice introduction to series
Revisado: 05-31-15
First of the Sherlock Holmes stories. It is worthwhile as an introduction to characters and a good story. Later stories are more familiar but this a great place to start.
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Genghis Lords of The Bow
- De: Conn Iggulden
- Narrado por: Richard Ferrone
- Duración: 15 h y 17 m
- Versión completa
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 1,319
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 1,022
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 1,021
New York Times best-selling author Conn Iggulden's Genghis Khan novels are infused with action, adventure, and rich historical details further fleshing out the great warlord's world. Having risen from his tribal upbringing, Genghis now leads a horde of fellow countrymen on a mission of conquest throughout Asia. Escaping the Gobi Desert, he faces his greatest challenge, overtaking the empire of the Chin - a land protected by a massive, impenetrable wall.
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4 out of 5 stars
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Really liked the story, but not the reader
- De C. Johnson en 02-20-10
- Genghis Lords of The Bow
- De: Conn Iggulden
- Narrado por: Richard Ferrone
Nice second volume
Revisado: 01-22-15
Liked the narrator of volume one better but still a good listen.
Plan to listen to the next book in series.
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Bring Up the Bodies
- A Novel
- De: Hilary Mantel
- Narrado por: Simon Vance
- Duración: 14 h y 34 m
- Versión completa
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 3,306
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 2,861
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 2,869
Though he battled for seven years to marry her, Henry is disenchanted with Anne Boleyn. She has failed to give him a son and her sharp intelligence and audacious will alienate his old friends and the noble families of England. When the discarded Katherine dies in exile from the court, Anne stands starkly exposed, the focus of gossip and malice. At a word from Henry, Thomas Cromwell is ready to bring her down.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Mantel Pulls the History out of the History
- De Darwin8u en 11-22-12
- Bring Up the Bodies
- A Novel
- De: Hilary Mantel
- Narrado por: Simon Vance
Better than Wolf Hall
Revisado: 07-02-13
Simon Vance did a wonderful job of bringing the characters to life. Thomas Cromwell is a very fascinating character in historical works and even more so here in fiction. Henry VIII comes off as a bit distracted and befuddled. I have read many non-fiction works on the Tudor period and Mantel does a pretty good job of staying within the historical context while weaving an intersting tale.
Very enjoyable listen.
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Castles of Steel
- Britain, Germany, and the Winning of the Great War at Sea
- De: Robert K. Massie
- Narrado por: Richard Matthews
- Duración: 40 h y 23 m
- Versión completa
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 553
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Narración:5 out of 5 stars 492
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Historia5 out of 5 stars 487
The predominant image of this first world war is of mud and trenches, barbed wire, machine guns, poison gas, and slaughter. A generation of European manhood was massacred, and a wound was inflicted on European civilization that required the remainder of the twentieth century to heal.
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4 out of 5 stars
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Stick With It!
- De Matt en 09-22-12
- Castles of Steel
- Britain, Germany, and the Winning of the Great War at Sea
- De: Robert K. Massie
- Narrado por: Richard Matthews
Excellent Naval History
Revisado: 04-15-13
Where does Castles of Steel rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
It is an excellent naval history of World War I.
Who was your favorite character and why?
Winston Churchill because of his interaction with naval officers.
Which scene was your favorite?
Battle of Jutland
If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?
Not sure.
Any additional comments?
This is not a short work but like all of Massie's books, it is very thorough and very well done.
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Dr. No
- De: Ian Fleming
- Narrado por: Simon Vance
- Duración: 7 h y 13 m
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General4 out of 5 stars 1,356
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 989
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Historia4 out of 5 stars 988
M calls this case a "soft option". He sends Bond to Jamaica to investigate the disappearance of the head of the Kingston station. Jamaica is luxurious, and the seductive Honey Rider is beautiful and willing, but they are both part of the empire of Dr. No.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Oh, Yes.
- De John en 06-15-17
- Dr. No
- De: Ian Fleming
- Narrado por: Simon Vance
Classic Bond
Revisado: 02-18-13
Would you listen to Dr. No again? Why?
Yes. I have read the book and seen the movie many times but it was worth listening too, as well. Easy to follow and nicely told story.
What did you like best about this story?
It provides more insights to character than the movie.
What about Simon Vance’s performance did you like?
Good job of providing different voices and nice job of building excitement in key places.
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The Borgias and Their Enemies
- 1431-1519
- De: Christopher Hibbert
- Narrado por: John Telfer
- Duración: 9 h y 22 m
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 514
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 459
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 453
The name Borgia is synonymous with the corruption, nepotism, and greed that were rife in Renaissance Italy. The powerful, voracious Rodrigo Borgia, better known to history as Pope Alexander VI, was the central figure of the dynasty. Two of his seven papal offspring also rose to power and fame. The Borgias were notorious for seizing power, wealth, land, and titles through bribery, marriage, and murder. The story of the family's dramatic rise from its Spanish roots to the highest position in Italian society is an absorbing tale.
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3 out of 5 stars
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Covers the bases, but falls a little flat.
- De Chap Walker en 06-16-13
- The Borgias and Their Enemies
- 1431-1519
- De: Christopher Hibbert
- Narrado por: John Telfer
Solid Historical Perspective
Revisado: 09-08-12
Where does The Borgias and Their Enemies rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
This was a well-researched and interesting portrayal of a fascinating family in Renaissance Italy.
What was one of the most memorable moments of The Borgias and Their Enemies?
I enjoyed the insight into the inner workings of the Holy See during the Renaissance.
Have you listened to any of John Telfer’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
No
Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
No. Interesting listen.
Any additional comments?
I have read other books by Hibbert and this was among the best efforts.
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Absolute Monarchs
- A History of the Papacy
- De: John Julius Norwich
- Narrado por: Michael Page
- Duración: 18 h y 57 m
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General4 out of 5 stars 300
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 264
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Historia4 out of 5 stars 267
With the papacy embattled in recent years, it is essential to have the perspective of one of the world's most accomplished historians. In Absolute Monarchs, John Julius Norwich captures nearly 2,000 years of inspiration and devotion, intrigue and scandal. The men (and maybe one woman) who have held this position of infallible power over millions have ranged from heroes to rogues, admirably wise to utterly decadent.
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3 out of 5 stars
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A relentless succession of very old men
- De Nassir en 11-01-11
- Absolute Monarchs
- A History of the Papacy
- De: John Julius Norwich
- Narrado por: Michael Page
Nice Overview of Papal History
Revisado: 08-01-12
What did you love best about Absolute Monarchs?
Historically accurate while providing an interesting story.
Which scene was your favorite?
I enjoyed the Renaissance popes the most of all the stories.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
Since there are many popes being covered in the book, it is easy to listen to over several periods of time.
Any additional comments?
Very true to the author's intent from the foreward.
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