Wednesday, May 28, 2008
THE AGE OF INNOCENCE by Edith Wharton, read by Lorna Raver
The foibles of 19th-century New York society come to light in this classic romantic novel. Raver captures all the wit and irony of Wharton's text and masters dozens of character voices throughout this brilliant tragedy of forbidden love. Reviewed by Merry White
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Comment here: Tuesday, May 27, 2008
THE DEATH OF IVAN ILYICH by leo Tolstoy and read by Oliver Ford Davies
Tolstoy's sharp novella offers a penetrating examination of the Christian faith and the nature of life and death. With masterful ease, a warm tone, and conversational pacing, British actor Oliver Davies captures Ivan Ilyich's preoccupation with family, debt, and, eventually, death. Reviewed by Brian Price
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Tuesday, May 20, 2008
1984 by George Orwell, read by Simon Prebble
Big Brother is watching! This classic dystopian novel is as menacing, disturbing, and fresh as ever. Prebble highlights every shade of the characters and subtly changes his pace to give weight to the most chilling moments. Reviewed by Brian Price
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Tuesday, May 13, 2008
ASSAULT ON REASON by Al Gore, read by Will Patton
Former Vice President Gore offers his political treatise on the state of the environment and democracy in our nation. Will Patton’s passionate yet even reading takes some of the edge off Gore’s intense academic style, helping the listener to grasp the incredible importance of the topic. Reviewed by Bob Grunfest.
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Tuesday, May 06, 2008
JAZZ by Walter Dean Meyers, read by James "D-Train" Williams and Vaneese Thomas
This 2008 Odyssey Award-winning collection of poems offers listeners plenty of rhythm and heart. Williams and Thomas read and sing the 17 poems with energy and verve, accompanied by a live jazz ensemble. All listeners will feel truly immersed in the sounds and vivacity of jazz music. Reviewed by Lilia Murray
Family Listening Time: 45 minutes
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