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Wuthering Heights
- An Audible Exclusive Performance
- Narrated by: Joanne Froggatt, Rachel Atkins - introduction
- Length: 12 hrs and 32 mins
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Summary
Winner of Audible's 2017 Narrator of the Year Award
In an Audible Exclusive production, Golden Globe winner Joanne Froggatt gives a powerhouse performance of Wuthering Heights, Emily Brontë's only published novel. This edition features an exclusive introduction written by Ann Dinsdale, Chief Curator of the Brontë Museum.
About the book
The unapologetic intensity with which Emily Brontë wrote this story ensures that it will forever be considered one of the greatest works of English literature. A passionate tale of a chaotic and often violent love, Wuthering Heights transcends your average romance and, with its Gothic undertones, takes the listener on a journey through one man's lustful hunt for revenge.
Believing he has been spurned by Cathy Earnshaw, the only woman he has ever loved, Heathcliff abandons the wild moors of Wuthering Heights, fervently wishing to reestablish himself as the wealthy gentleman he believes Cathy seeks. Having been successful in his ventures, he later returns to the adoptive family who raised him and hungrily seeks to punish those who once rejected him.
In an exclusive introduction written for this edition by Ann Dinsdale, Chief Curator of the Bronte Museum, discover how critical and public opinion of Wuthering Heights has changed over time.
About the author
Perhaps unsurprisingly, Emily is said to have had the most unusual character of all the Brontë sisters. A reserved character with few close acquaintances outside her family circle, Emily's dark and passionate nature is clearly reflected in her tale. Having been the consummate lover of animals and nature, in this book she also set out to paint an unforgettable picture of the stark and imposing moors that she so enjoyed walking along.
Having developed a highly intelligent writing style, Emily ensures that the listener is emotionally involved throughout and often even a little horrified at the events that take place. A true work of art, Wuthering Heights surpasses expectation with its Gothic love scenes and desolate landscapes. Emily Brontë's only published work, it stands alone and will forever imprint itself upon the listener's memory.
About the narrator
Joanne Froggatt is an English stage, film and television actress who shot to fame after her engaging portrayal of Downton Abbey's Anna Bates. Also celebrated for her roles in Dinnerladies, A Street Cat Named Bob, Murder in the Outback and Liar, Joanne has now been acting for over 20 years and brings a wealth of expertise to her narratives. Having voiced an Alice in Wonderland series as well as Audible's 2017 Thriller of the Year, Silent Child, Joanne succeeds once more in delivering an incredibly engaging performance in this unique and exquisite adaptation of Emily Brontë's Wuthering Heights.
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- stu1815
- 01-10-21
Yorkshire accent
As a non-Brit, I found that the heavy Yorkshire accent used by the speaker made it difficult to follow. I am conscious it is probably the way the characters are supposed to have sounded, but it made it less accessible to me.
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- Rachel
- 01-10-21
Wonderful
This was a wonderful listen. Joanne Froggatt read beautifully and captured the characters and mood perfectly. It had been a long time since I had read the book myself and admit that I had struggled with some of the wording, particularly the Yorkshire phrases and words, which would make me quite frustrated. Listening to it read by a true Yorkshire woman made it flow so much more than I ever could.
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- Susan Taylor
- 10-01-22
Great performance
Loved this. Joanne Froggatt does a great job with the different tones and dialects. Really brought the characters to life.
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- Ms. Vanessa W
- 26-07-22
OMG!
Loved it. I've never watched a film of the book, let alone read it. The narration was superb, the story was gritty and showed the extremes of human love and cruelty
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- Stuart Dewey
- 12-11-24
Finally!
At nearly 70 I have finally “read” this classic. I do see what the fuss is all about but… Heathcliff is such a ghastly character in every way, why to some women become romantically obsessed?
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- Anonymous User
- 10-03-18
Loved!
As a child I fell in love with this book I not read it in years and fell in love with it again. Joanne voice was lovely to listen to.
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- Miss
- 14-12-17
Bravo what a book what a reeder !!
I like to try the classics but I must say this time I just couldn’t get enough wised through it in no time brilliant
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- Anonymous User
- 04-05-19
Brilliant performance
Joanne Froggatt is the perfect narrator! All of the characters' voices are incredibly well-judged. Delighted with this purchase.
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- J C.
- 07-08-21
Wonderful!
As with many people during lockdown I have taken the opportunity to re-read some of the classics Wuthering Heights being one of them.
I decided to use my Audible membership and have not been disappointed!
Joanna Froggatts retelling of the dark brooding tale was wonderful from start to finish! She conjured up the wild windy moors setting with the dark brooding of Heathcliffe and his eternal love for Kathy and the destruction it wreaked on the two families. Wonderful, just wonderful!
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- Laura Taylor
- 31-01-20
Perfect narration
I read this book many years ago and didn't enjoy it nearly as much as this time and I think that is due in a big part to Joanne Froggatt's narration.
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