The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
F. Scott Fitzgerald
Read by John W. Michaels
The curious Case of Benjamin Button, a 1921 short story by F. Scott Fitzgerald, now a major motion picture, features Benjamin Button, who, born as an old man much to the dismay and chagrin of his father and family Doctor, ages backwards until he leaves this world as a newborn. (Summary by Mike Vendetti) (1 hr 0 min)
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Momma Gayle
This is a comfy book to listen to when you don't have a lot of time. (only an hour). BUT It's so his! Mr. Mike's delivery is the perfect voice for Benjamin Button. It has a note of humor mixed with matter-of-factness. now off to find a couple more works by this reader.
A Fascinating Concept
Anderson James
The reader did a wonderful job and reads with excellent cadence and intonation. The story itself is really fascinating, and you can really tell how the brainchild was formed. There's no frills or bows, just frustration and loneliness, and in addition to the concept itself, one can use the idea as a metaphor for so many human conditions (especially chronic health conditions or identities) that others often become impatient or frustrated over. Good read, thank you.
Superb! Wonderful!
Tekrytor
An exquisite reading of a great story. If you've seen the movie before hearing this, it may seem like some things are missing, or some significances reimagined. But the original text gives more of a clue as to the times of the actual writing, whereas the film is clearly an update from around 70 or 80 years later, clearly showing artistic license, etc. I like both.
Amazing
D
Great reading of an intetesting story. Out of the 30 or so books I've listened to on librivox John is the best reader I've heard so far. This reading is as good as a professional recording.
Well read!!
Lisa Linden
The narrator, Mike Vendetti, did a wonderful job at reading this short story! His voice had infliction, and was interesting to listen to as Benjamin would reduce in age. I would recommend this version!
Wonderful Reader
Beloved
I was always curious about this story as I knew the premise. It is entertaining but leaves many questions unanswered. The reader makes the experience completely worth the time spent listening.
Wow!
Mariah
This was such a strange and wonderful story! I've seen the movie, but the book is really good! I listened to it in one go. The narrator did a fantastic job!
great read
Owlmom4
the voice of the reader seemed well suited to such an odd little tale. just the right sort of straightforward tone that author seemed to give Benjamin.