Little Dorrit (Version 2)
Gelesen von Mil Nicholson
Charles Dickens
(4,866 Sterne; 451 Bewertungen)
Little Dorrit, one of the three great novels of Charles Dickens’ last period, was produced in monthly installments from 1855 to 1857, and is considered one of his most profound. Dickens’ father spent three months in Marshalsea Prison for debt, which made a lasting impact on his life. This story centers around life in Marshalsea Prison and, as always, society in general.
Book One begins in the infamous Marseilles Prison in France, where two prisoners, Rigaud the French rogue and the ever cheerful Italian Cavaletto, share a cell. We meet them again later, but the scene shifts quickly to the English debtor’s prison, The Marshalsea, where Mr. Dorrit is confined. His daughter Amy is born there, the only baby ever born in that prison. Tiny as a baby, she grows into a sweet-natured tiny adult, better known as “Little Dorrit.” The other inmates love and respect the child and the caring woman she becomes. Mr. Dorrit is also revered by them, and as the inmate with the longest term of imprisonment, he becomes “Father of the Marshalsea.”
Enter Arthur Clennam, who meets Mr. Dorrit and Amy. He notes that she takes care of her father’s every need, and also cooks, cleans, and mends the clothes of her older siblings. Arthur suspects that Dorrit was wrongly imprisoned, and begins investigating the case, which may involve his own family as well.
In Book Two, Mr. Dorrit has been freed, and his family begins a new life. Arthur Clennam, now a dear friend of Little Dorrit, becomes partner with an engineer and inventor named Daniel Doyce, but a surprising event occurs which puts Arthur into prison. The twists and turns of fortune for himself, the Dorrit family and many others are changed forever. (Summary by Mil Nicholson) (36 hr 31 min)
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Excellent reader!
Hanne
(5 Sterne)
This book is read by a wonderful reader who puts personality to all the characters. It is delightful to hear the British classics read in English rather than in American.
Best narrator ever!
(5 Sterne)
Mil Nicholson makes every book come to life! I often forget that there is only one person reading, because she has such a talent for making each character unique!
Little Dorrit : narrator Ms Mil Nicholdon
Fullies
(5 Sterne)
I am listening to the version narrated by Ms Mil Nicholson. Miss Nicholson’s narration is extraordinary in its versatility, range of diverse accents of all ages and origins and in its absolute clarity. I am quite overwhelmed and would take this opportunity simply to say thank you ever so much for a Dickens experience immeasurably enhanced by her talents. Sadly, not all of the archive.org books’ narrators come close to her standard.
Good narrator
Brigit
(5 Sterne)
I prefer the second Librivox version to their first. This narrator's voice is very pleasant and the way she narrates the story (voices) is very nice. Apart from the audio book, Dickens's work is wonderful. Personally, I prefer it to his better know works.
Awesome narrator and book
Charisse
(5 Sterne)
Used this to supplement reading. Loved the reader! She's extremely talented and creative. Brought the various characters to life so well.
Sterling Job
uggs
(5 Sterne)
Another excellent narration by the talented Mil Nicholson. The only way to enjoy Dickens is through Mil. Thank you...
Little Dorrit is amazing!
(5 Sterne)
Love this book :) I enjoyed most of the voices :) This narrator is very talented
Superb reader
(5 Sterne)
Mil Nicholson is a pleasure to listen to - really brings the books she reads to life.