End Zone by Don Delillo

End Zone

Don DeLillo's Raw Football Allegory

Written byDon Delillo
Narrated byFleet Cooper
Length6h38m
Release dateSeptember 7, 2021
LanguageEnglish
★★★★☆ 4.4 (24 ratings)

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AuthorDon Delillo
NarratorFleet Cooper
Runtime6h38m
PublishedSeptember 7, 2021
Rating★★★★☆ 4.4 / 5 (24 ratings)
CategoriesLiterature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Literary Fiction, Sports, War & Military, Comedy & Humor
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Dive into the brutal and beautiful world of college football in Don DeLillo’s literary masterpiece, narrated by Fleet Cooper with a distinctive voice that adds depth to this intense narrative. The vivid depiction of Logos College in West Texas transforms the gridiron into a stage for human drama and existential exploration. Each passing play is a metaphor for life's harsh realities, making every moment both tense and reflective.

Tags: Literary FictionCollege FootballExistential DramaAllegoryMental Weight

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  • Expert narration by Fleet Cooper brings every character and scene to life across 6h38m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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Fleet Cooper’s narration brings DeLillo's prose to life with an unmistakable cadence that captures the raw intensity of the narrative. His voice conveys the weight of the story, from the relentless pressure on players to the emotional toll of coaching. The pacing is deliberate, allowing each scene to resonate deeply. However, some listeners might find the allegorical nature of football as a metaphor for life slightly heavy-handed at times. Nonetheless, 'End Zone' remains a compelling and thought-provoking listen that explores themes of power, identity, and mortality with DeLillo’s signature style.

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