Persuasion (version 2)
Gelesen von Elizabeth Klett
Jane Austen
(4,781 Sterne; 1127 Bewertungen)
Eight years ago, Anne Elliot fell in love with a poor but ambitious young naval officer, Frederick Wentworth. The Elliots were dissatisfied with Anne's choice, feeling he was not distinguished enough for their family, and her older friend and mentor, Lady Russell, acting in place of Anne's deceased mother, persuaded her to break off the match. Now 27 and considered a spinster, Anne re-encounters her former fiance, now a captain, as he courts her spirited young neighbour, Louisa Musgrove. The self-interested machinations of Anne's older sister Elizabeth, of Elizabeth's friend Mrs. Clay, and of Anne's father's heir, William Elliot, constitute an important subplot. (Summary from Wikipedia). (7 hr 52 min)
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Engaging and Realistic Version
Mahli N.
(5 Sterne)
Elizabeth Klett's reading of persuasion is realistic yet engaging - each of the characters have distinctive voices and tones , but they are still very believable . As a person who normally prefers reading hard copy books , I am often wary of audio recordings , especially free ones . When I first tried to read Austen on paper however , I could not understand the old English- so I decided to try librivox : Ms. Klett's various Austen audio recordings are to this day the only ones I not only love best , but am able to analyze and imagine the plot , characters , conflict , etc .in the most effective and efficient way possible . Thanks to people like Ms. Klett, librivox is a tool that I now use regularly . I read her version of Jane Eyre, and all her Austen novels , and each were amazing . All I would say is that since she is American , sometimes her British accent sounds un genuine , and occasionally the audio recordings have some background noise , but those are minor issues that don't really bother me . All in all , Ms. Klett is the one that fostered my love for Jane Austen , and I am forever indebted to her for making the listening of an older book such a wonderful experience .
I've really come to love this story
(5 Sterne)
I have loved Jane Austens works for many years. But for no reason in particular, I'd never read, or listened to Persuasion. This happily remedied by my introduction to Librivox. I adore this story and it quickly became a favorite. And I can honestly say it's without question made even more enjoyable by the talented reader, Elizabeth Klett. I've chosen several books on her merits alone. She reads so well and with such fluidity. Never stumbling between characters, her vocal alterations subtle but easily distinguishable, fine ascents, and attitudes will played never over done. She has a talent of bringing the characters to life so well that I'm always immediately taken into the stories she reads. And there I remain with ease through to the Final Chapter. I think I look for her name almost as much as I do the titles of the books. Indeed, Ms Klett and Karen Savage are my absolute favorite readers readers on Librivox.
5 stars for the reader!
Book Lover
(4 Sterne)
Persuasion is a bit slow to start. While it's not Austen's best, her best sets a very high bar, and this is a very enjoyable story. Elizabeth Klett is a masterful reader - I follow her around Librivox. Well worth a listen!
(5 Sterne)
As always I was charmed by Elizabeth Klett's reading. I actually was charmed by Persuasion. Jane Austen is showing more and more emancipated point of views even though the story is lovely. I actually think this one will be my favourite Austen
Wonderful reading, Elisabeth Klett is the best!
Mary
(5 Sterne)
I recommend listening to this version of Persuasion to every Jane Austen fan, and everyone in general, really. Elisabeth Klett is a fantastic reader and she makes the characters of every story come to life.
Bobocel
(5 Sterne)
love this book! one of my favorite Jane Austen books. I enjoy Elizabeth Klett's reading. she gives so much distinction to character's voices without too much effort. I would only listen to a Jane Austen book read by her or Karen Savage
A wonderful listen
Pauliina Tulenheimo
(5 Sterne)
This is a great reading of what I consider the best Austen story. The reader does a great job in making it immersive and the level of acting in the dialogue is just right. Much recommended!
Delightful
Suki N Tendo
(5 Sterne)
Elizabeth Klett delivers another superb reading. This is truly delightful for any fans of Jane Austen. Her pacing is relaxed without being slow, and she brings the characters to life naturally without forced theatrics. Well done as always!