Precious Bane
par Mary Webb
Lu par Noel Badrian
Published in 1924, Precious Bane is a novel by Mary Webb (1881 - 1927) which touches on ambition, prejudice and hatred but also on the power of love. Prue Sarn is a farm girl in rural Shropshire during the period of the Napoleonic Wars and is viewed with suspicion by the local community because of having been born with a harelip. Her ambitious and domineering brother betrays her and her superstitious neighbours accuse her of witchcraft. An itinerant weaver Kester Woodseaves, makes his living by weaving for the local people in their homes. Like Prue, he loves the natural world and comes to recognises Prue's inner strength and beauty. ( Noel Badrian)
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Precious Bane
Jody
This is my most favorite story of all time. The allegory of God’s love and the determination and love for others of Prudence Sarn is glorious and the beautiful imagery in telling of her surroundings and her struggles are truly remarkable. The things that we choose to rule over us in this life and why are shown for what they are. I wish there were more tales like this. He did a great job reading it.
Shropshire life in 1800s in a tragedy romance
Cath Campbell
I had not read/ heard any Mary Webb novels before and really enjoyed this one. The narrator was just superb thank you Noel. The picture of rural life and of the countryside through the seasons was beautiful. The depiction of Pru and her family was sensitively drawn. I loved the Shropshire dialect.
Precious Bane
Deborah Isaacson
Wow! My new favorite book. So captivating. It has taken me too long to discover this author Love Mr. Badrian’s voice and his delivery. Added immeasurably to the story.
NZ Nikki
Fabulous, just FABULOUS reading. I love this story and Noel Badrian did it absolute justice and brought every character to life beautifully. Measured, unhurried, just perfect. Thank you so much!
Wonderful
Clover
Thank you, Noel, for all the time and work that went into this reading. A heart wrenching, stunningly beautiful novel.
Keith
Outstanding! Beautiful! One of the most beautiful books and readings I have ever heard.
Astonishingly Beautiful!
jenniebrown
It’s one of those stories one never forgets.