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Hardy: The Mayor of Casterbridge

By: Thomas Hardy
Narrated by: Anton Lesser
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Michael Henchard, drunk at a country fair, sells his wife and baby daughter for five guineas. The following day, in despair and remorse, he forswears alcohol and sets out to redeem himself. In time, he becomes a respected merchant and eventually the mayor of the town. But Fate is not to be so easily appeased, and Henchard finds his past actions resonate through and destroy his plans for the future.

One of the greatest novels in the English language, The Mayor of Casterbridge sees Thomas Hardy at his best, bringing landscape and richly imagined characters to life, and setting the hope of love against the forces of Providence.

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Public Domain (P)2010 Naxos Audiobook Classics Fiction Genre Fiction Historical Fiction Literary Fiction Psychological Thought-Provoking

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Anton Lesser reads this wonderful story masterfully. What an absolute joy from start to finish.

superbly read

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What made the experience of listening to Hardy: The Mayor of Casterbridge the most enjoyable?

The language and structure of this book is so pleasing and rich, particularly the varied accents. Anton Lesser did a brilliant job with this.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

No. I wanted to savour this, an hour at a time.

Absolutely loved this book and the narration

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No words can praise this audible book sufficiently. Anton lesser is a superbe narrator. As soon as it finished, I listened all over again. You will love it!

Most wonderful story ever

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Anton Lesser managed to navigate Hardy’s arching sentences without ever losing the sense or the forward motion. I was gripped.

A Masterclass in Audiobook narration

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My first Hardy book narrated by others.Anton Lessor's narration made it for me. Exceptional effort

Gripping story accompanied by accomplished narrati

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One of my favourite Hardy novels. Antonio Lesser has the most wonderful voice and understanding and his narration makes this an essential addition to my library.

Classic Hardy, beautifully narrated by Anton Lesser.

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I have never taken to fiction in book form, especially works of this length or greater, but I found this Audiobook highly accessible and completely captivating. A first class saga, exquisitely written by Thomas Hardy and beautifully and sympathetically told by Anton Lesser. I have no hesitation in recommending it to anyone who is even only half-interested.

Simply a masterpiece...

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I've always loved Hardy's work, and Anton Lesser narrated it to perfection! I highly recommend this version of the audiobook!

Amazing book, masterfully narrated!

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Abridged might have been the better option for me... Too much like hard work and I was only listening!

I think it's just me... Classic

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The genius of the narrator matched only by that of the author. Brilliant. Just brilliant.

Give that Narrator an Oscar!

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