The Great Gildersleeve

Vintage Humor Meets Midcentury Charm

Written byOriginal Radio Broadcast

Narrated byHarold Peary, Walter Tetley, Louise Erickson, Lillian Randolph, Old Time Radio

Length7h49m

Release dateFebruary 11, 2022

GenreLiterature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Small Town & Rural

Languageenglish

★★★★★ 5.0 (130 ratings)

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Author	Original Radio Broadcast
Narrator	Harold Peary, Walter Tetley, Louise Erickson, Lillian Randolph, Old Time Radio
Runtime	7h49m
Published	February 11, 2022
Rating	★★★★★ 5.0 / 5 (130 ratings)
Categories	Literature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Small Town & Rural, Comedy & Humor
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

Step back in time to the Golden Age of Radio with 'The Great Gildersleeve,' where small-town antics come alive through a series of witty and heartwarming stories. Narrated by Harold Peary, Walter Tetley, Louise Erickson, and Lillian Randolph, this audiobook captures the essence of mid-20th century Americana with its distinctively charming and slightly wry humor. Each episode finds Throckmorton P. Gildersleeve at the center of local escapades that feel both timeless and uniquely of their era.

Tags: small townvintage humormidcentury charmclassic radioheartwarming stories

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Expert narration by Harold Peary, Walter Tetley, Louise Erickson, Lillian Randolph, Old Time Radio brings every character and scene to life across 7h49m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★★

AudioBook Atlas

Navigating the quaint streets of Summerfield, Indiana, as The Great Gildersleeve, is a joyfully immersive experience. Harold Peary’s delivery imbues Gildersleeve with a down-to-earth wisdom and a dash of old-world charm that is both endearing and believable. Walter Tetley brings delightful depth to the supporting cast, each voice perfectly crafted for their roles. However, some episodes feel slightly uneven in pacing, with a few dragging on longer than others. Despite this minor quibble, the overall quality remains high, making 'The Great Gildersleeve' a must-listen for fans of classic radio and vintage humor.

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