Nicholas Nickleby
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Alex Jennings
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Charles Dickens
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One of Dickens' early works, Nicholas Nickleby combines comedy and tragedy in a tale of triumph over adversity that is interspersed with Dickens' moving condemnation of society's mistreatment of children and the cruelty of the educational system. Young Nickleby struggles to seek his fortune in Victorian England, yet succeeds despite social injustice, in a story that mirrors Dickens' own rise from poverty to great success.
One of eight children, Dickens came from a very poor family, with his father eventually being sent to debtor's prison. At the age of 12, Dickens was forced to start work in a blacking factory in order to help clear the family debt.
Dickens depicts a funny version of his own mother in the character of Mrs. Nickleby, his feelings towards her dark and complex. He never forgave her for trying to keep him working against her husband's wishes.
Hailed as a comic triumph with a cast of incredible characters, it firmly established Dickens as a 'literary gentleman'.
Full of typically Dickensian elements, the book is well suited to dramatic adaptation.
It is widely regarded as one of the greatest comic masterpieces of 19th century literature and continues to entertain its fans to this day.
Narrator Biography
Three-time Olivier Award winner actor Alex Jennings has had an extensive career with the Royal Shakespeare Company and National Theatre. His recent stage performances have included Willy Wonka in 2014's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory the Musical and Professor Henry Higgins in the 2016 Australian 60th Anniversary production of My Fair Lady. In 2006 he played Prince Charles opposite Helen Mirren in The Queen and has had other roles in films such as Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason (2004), Babel (2006) and The Lady in the Van (2015). His television work has included the BBC TV series Cranford (2007) and long running legal drama Silk (2011-2014). In 2016 he featured in the Netflix series The Crown and the ITV series Victoria. He has narrated many audiobooks including Attention All Shipping by Charlie Connelly, which in 2008 was chosen as one of the top 40 audiobooks of all time.
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- Richard
- 18-03-10
Incredibly entertaining
This book really comes to life in the reading by Alex Jennings. The characterisations are really well done and make this a really gripping story. Just right for a long commute.
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- Craig M. Hanson
- 29-05-16
A Classic
Just when you think this is one of Dickens more light hearted & perhaps, lesser, works, it hits you right in the heart & has you in floods of tears. Highly recommended.
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- TW
- 18-05-16
Fantastic and funny!
Alex Jennings is a master narrator and really brought this book to life! I could barely stop listening. The story is captivating and with so many twists and turns never gets dull considering the length. I had never heard of the is book until I stumbled upon it on Audible and definitely well worth the listen!
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- Roger Southard
- 30-01-21
Fabulous performance
Wonderfully performed but way too long and flowery. Confirms my feelings about stories by Dickens.
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- Lyn Field
- 18-03-21
Alex Jennings is phenomenal.
What a range of voices! He brings the book to life with his vivid characterisation.
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- Handserai
- 29-03-20
A masterful narration of an excellent story
Alex Jennings has complete and utter control of the circus of characters created by Dickens. His narration brings the humour, the pathos and the drama of the story to life in a way that is beyond any expectation I might have had. A truly excellent telling of the novel.
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- Rochelle C
- 29-02-20
The first Dickens I’ve ever read and it was brilliant!
I’ve never read Charles Dickens before and I wasn’t sure what it would be like. But once I’d got used to hearing long, interesting sentences again (!) I was utterly hooked. There was suspense, terror and joy all beautifully linked into a gripping story. I loved it and am choosing another Dickens novel to listen to next!
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- Mr Allan Goldie
- 26-04-18
A Great Long Listen
When I subscribed to Audible I decided to listen to but oks by Charles Dickens. I had always meant to read them but never got round to it. I chose Nicholas Nickeby and was not disappointed. It took me a while but I was so engrossed. The characters are so well represented in spoken word. I finished it today and look forward to more.
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- Val d'Isere
- 24-04-22
What a treat!
First rate narration by Alex Jennings, with voices that perfectly capture each character and heighten the enjoyment of the compelling narrative. Absolute bliss, thank you!
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- Mark Irvine
- 03-01-23
What a marvelous reading!
Alex Jennings is a talent! In his hands this wonderful, moving tale comes to life quite magically. Bravo!
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