Animal Farm by George Orwell

Animal Farm

Timeless Allegory of Power and Corruption

Written byGeorge Orwell
Narrated byRalph Cosham
Length3h11m
Release dateDecember 15, 1999
LanguageEnglish
★★★★☆ 4.7 (2 ratings)

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AuthorGeorge Orwell
NarratorRalph Cosham
Runtime3h11m
PublishedDecember 15, 1999
Rating★★★★☆ 4.7 / 5 (2 ratings)
CategoriesLiterature & Fiction, Classics, Genre Fiction, Literary Fiction
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

George Orwell's dystopian novella, expertly narrated by Ralph Cosham, is a gripping exploration of totalitarianism's insidious creep. As the animals on Manor Farm rebel against their human oppressors, Orwell's masterful storytelling lays bare the darker aspects of human nature, making for a haunting and thought-provoking listen. Cosham's measured, authoritative narration brings gravity and nuance to the narrative, perfectly capturing the tension between the animals' idealism and the pigs' gradual corruption.

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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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I devoured 'Animal Farm' in a single, enthralled sitting – Ralph Cosham's smooth narration made it impossible to stop. His steady pace and clear enunciation brought Orwell's complex themes into sharp focus, particularly in the novella's more philosophical moments. One minor quibble: some of the character voices felt a tad too similar, making it hard to distinguish between the various animal leaders. Still, this is a minor complaint in an otherwise superb production. The pacing is well-judged, and Cosham's narration perfectly captures the growing sense of unease as the pigs' corruption deepens. Overall, a fantastic listen that's both intellectually stimulating and deeply unsettling.

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