Peter Ackroyd - Mystery Of Charles Dickens


Lu par Simon Callow

(4.6 étoiles; 16 critiques)

The Mystery of Charles Dickens by Peter Ackroyd is a captivating exploration of the life and works of one of literature's greatest figures. In this tour-de-force performance, Simon Callow portrays not only Charles Dickens but also many of his best-loved characters, from Mr Micawber and Bill Sikes to Oliver Twist and even Nancy.

Readings from Nicholas Nickleby, David Copperfield, and many of Dickens' other novels interweave with the author's own words and an incisive, compassionate narrative. Callow's solo performance is described as a 'living biography' that tells the author's life through his characters, providing a fascinating insight into the circumstances that shaped Dickens' extraordinary career.


This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.

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The Mystery of Charles Dickens 1:27:40

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(5 étoiles)

An incredible indepth account of Dickens's life and the characters he created. Simon Callow's narration and characterisations are absolutely brilliant.


(5 étoiles)

amazing dramatic tale. rather sad in some ways. highly informative and entertaining.