And the Hippos Were Boiled in Their Tanks by Jack Kerouac

And the Hippos Were Boiled in Their Tanks

Raw Beat Generation Noir Unfolds

Written byJack Kerouac
Narrated byRay Porter
Length4h15m
Release dateNovember 11, 2008
LanguageEnglish
★★★★ 4.3 (193 ratings)

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AuthorJack Kerouac
NarratorRay Porter
Runtime4h15m
PublishedNovember 11, 2008
Rating★★★★ 4.3 / 5 (193 ratings)
CategoriesLiterature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Literary Fiction, Mystery, Thriller & Suspense, Thriller & Suspense, Suspense
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

This gripping audiobook brings together Jack Kerouac's vivid storytelling and Ray Porter's gritty narration. The result is a haunting and immersive listening experience that draws you into the dark world of 1940s New York City. As the story unfolds, you'll be struck by Kerouac's raw, unflinching prose and the way it captures the tumultuous spirit of the Beat Generation.

Porter's narration is a perfect match for the material, delivering a performance that's both intense and nuanced. He brings the characters to life with a keen sense of their motivations and conflicts, making it easy to become fully invested in the story.

Tags: Beat GenerationLiterary NoirCrime FictionHistorical FictionDark Humor

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  • Expert narration by Ray Porter brings every character and scene to life across 4h15m of immersive audio.
  • Highly rated at 4.3 stars by 193 listeners.
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Editor's Review ★★★★

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I was blown away by the raw energy of 'And the Hippos Were Boiled in Their Tanks'. Ray Porter's narration is superb, capturing the frenetic pace and dark humor of Kerouac's writing. The story is both a fascinating historical artifact and a compelling mystery that kept me on the edge of my seat. One of the standout aspects is the way the narrative jumps between different characters and perspectives, creating a sense of disjointedness that mirrors the chaos of the events unfolding. My only quibble is that some of the supporting characters feel a bit underdeveloped, and at times the pacing can feel a bit rushed. Overall, though, this is a must-listen for fans of literary fiction and the Beat Generation.

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