Tuesday, November 27, 2007
DUNE Frank Herbert Read by Simon Vance, Scott Brick, and all.
This sci-fi classic gets a rich and varied performance, lightly touched with sound effects and music. Simon Vance leads a cast of skilled narrators who will delight Dune fanatics and newcomers alike.
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Tuesday, November 20, 2007
THE GREAT GATSBY F. Scott Fitzgerald Read by Anthony Heald
This classic snapshot of the Jazz Age gets a fresh and elegant performance from Anthony Heald. He captures the glamour of the lifestyles and the unforgettable characters of Jay Gatsby and Daisy Buchanan.
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Wednesday, November 14, 2007
THE COLDEST WINTER David Halberstam Read by Scott Brick
This lucid history of the Korean War, including biographical portraits of Mao, Stalin, Truman, General MacArthur, and many ordinary soldiers, trumpets the author's historical skill. Brick wisely chooses a matter-of-fact style.
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Wednesday, November 07, 2007
PRINCESS ACADEMY by Shannon Hale Read by Laura Credido and a full cast
Learning to be a princess can be hard, but Hale has crafted this young adult fantasy with an imaginative twist on the traditional prince-charming tale. The talented full cast is an added reason to listen to this 2006 Newbery Honor book.
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