Loving the back & forth between 2 old geezers talking and not listening. Reminds me of my late Dad's Care Home
Everyone is different. For some, it is the joy of creating something in one's own mind. For others, it is getting closer to the original intent of the author. Neither is wrong-it is just personal choice.
Reminds me of the endless arguments about films made from books. IMO, most films of that sort are inferior. But some are clearly better-1 great example is The Godfather. A bang average book, written by an over-rated author. Turned into 1 of the truly great films.
The other side of that coin is Papillon. Might be in my All Time Top 10 Books, but the film was utter pants. In fairness, it was maybe a decent film but in comparison to the book, it was pants.
All subjective of course, we all see these things differently. Especially @HAYSIE
FWIW I love audiobooks simply because of the convenience they offer. It's a tad difficult to read a physical book whilst exercising, driving, doing housework etc.
I'm probably 50 /50 between the two genres.
Oh and a great film from a bang average book. The Shawshank Redemption, not one of Stephen Kings best works.
I'm only aware of the original book & the 1973 film which starred Dustin Hoffman as Louis Dega & Steve McQueen as Papillon.
There was a remake done in 2017 With Charlie Hunam ( Sons of Anarchy, The Gentleman, Green Street) as Papillon and Rami Malek ( No Time To Die, Bohemian Rhapsody ) as Rega.
Not as good as the original but as reboots go not a total ****.
Loving the back & forth between 2 old geezers talking and not listening. Reminds me of my late Dad's Care Home
Everyone is different. For some, it is the joy of creating something in one's own mind. For others, it is getting closer to the original intent of the author. Neither is wrong-it is just personal choice.
Reminds me of the endless arguments about films made from books. IMO, most films of that sort are inferior. But some are clearly better-1 great example is The Godfather. A bang average book, written by an over-rated author. Turned into 1 of the truly great films.
The other side of that coin is Papillon. Might be in my All Time Top 10 Books, but the film was utter pants. In fairness, it was maybe a decent film but in comparison to the book, it was pants.
All subjective of course, we all see these things differently. Especially @HAYSIE
FWIW I love audiobooks simply because of the convenience they offer. It's a tad difficult to read a physical book whilst exercising, driving, doing housework etc.
I'm probably 50 /50 between the two genres.
Oh and a great film from a bang average book. The Shawshank Redemption, not one of Stephen Kings best works.
I'm only aware of the original book & the 1973 film which starred Dustin Hoffman as Louis Dega & Steve McQueen as Papillon.
Useless factoid, I have visited the actual leper colony mentioned in the book/film, Chacachacare, its just off the coast of Trinidad, the old houses are ruins now.
For Richer for Poorer A Love Affair with Poker By: Victoria Coren Mitchell Narrated by: Victoria Coren Mitchell Length: 10 hrs and 2 mins Unabridged Audiobook Release date: 14-09-23
Read this and really enjoyed it, may be interesting listening to her narrate so long as I don't picture here naked......
Only Connect viewers shocked by 'near the knuckle' Michael Portillo joke
The star, whose show was followed in the schedule by University Challenge, went on: "I have so enjoyed watching the big names of BBC Two passing their feathered dependence onto other presenters that I have decided to join in myself and tonight I will be eagerly taking several swallows from Michael Portillo."
Reminds me of "Listen With Mother" every afternoon on the BBC Home Service.
On the Edge The Autobiography By: Martin Keown Narrated by: Martin Keown Length: 9 hrs and 14 mins Unabridged Audiobook Release date: 31-10-24
Summary Brought to you by Penguin
Over three revolutionary decades, Martin Keown played football at the highest level. He witnessed the birth of the Premier League, the arrival of the millionaire player and was a key player in one of the best sides of all time – Wenger’s Arsenal. So why has he always felt like a man battling on the edge?
In this autobiography, Keown recounts how a son of working-class Irish parents, raised in a hostile England during the unrest of the 1970s, rose to be an automatic and enduring pick for club and country; the outsider who stayed the distance while so many insiders fell away.
Over his career, Keown played alongside some of the world’s finest footballers – including Thierry Henry, Dennis Bergkamp, Tony Adams, David Beckham – and under inspirational managers – Arsène Wenger, Kevin Keegan, Sven-Göram Eriksson, Howard Kendall. He was the backbone for many years of the invincible Arsenal team that went on to win the 2003/4 Premier League title without losing a match.
Known as “The Rash” by friend and foe alike for the intensity of his man-marking, Keown always played as if he had more to prove. But his teammates knew he was fast, skilful, tough and loyal, a leader on and off the pitch. Fearless too, as you’ll discover – he doesn’t pull any punches here.
On The Edge is the story of one of Arsenal’s all-time greats – a man whose commitment put him at the centre of the pitch, a place he dominated like almost no other footballer of his generation.
Did you try wenger book
I am not an Arsenal supporter, and rarely read biographies, unlike @Tikay10 .
Whenever I lose a poker game I think of wenger quotes like : 'We always lacked a bit of sharpness' or We need to regain mental strength
Reminds me of "Listen With Mother" every afternoon on the BBC Home Service.
On the Edge The Autobiography By: Martin Keown Narrated by: Martin Keown Length: 9 hrs and 14 mins Unabridged Audiobook Release date: 31-10-24
Summary Brought to you by Penguin
Over three revolutionary decades, Martin Keown played football at the highest level. He witnessed the birth of the Premier League, the arrival of the millionaire player and was a key player in one of the best sides of all time – Wenger’s Arsenal. So why has he always felt like a man battling on the edge?
In this autobiography, Keown recounts how a son of working-class Irish parents, raised in a hostile England during the unrest of the 1970s, rose to be an automatic and enduring pick for club and country; the outsider who stayed the distance while so many insiders fell away.
Over his career, Keown played alongside some of the world’s finest footballers – including Thierry Henry, Dennis Bergkamp, Tony Adams, David Beckham – and under inspirational managers – Arsène Wenger, Kevin Keegan, Sven-Göram Eriksson, Howard Kendall. He was the backbone for many years of the invincible Arsenal team that went on to win the 2003/4 Premier League title without losing a match.
Known as “The Rash” by friend and foe alike for the intensity of his man-marking, Keown always played as if he had more to prove. But his teammates knew he was fast, skilful, tough and loyal, a leader on and off the pitch. Fearless too, as you’ll discover – he doesn’t pull any punches here.
On The Edge is the story of one of Arsenal’s all-time greats – a man whose commitment put him at the centre of the pitch, a place he dominated like almost no other footballer of his generation.
Did you try wenger book
I am not an Arsenal supporter, and rarely read biographies, unlike @Tikay10 .
Whenever I lose a poker game I think of wenger quotes like : 'We always lacked a bit of sharpness' or We need to regain mental strength
Reminds me of "Listen With Mother" every afternoon on the BBC Home Service.
On the Edge The Autobiography By: Martin Keown Narrated by: Martin Keown Length: 9 hrs and 14 mins Unabridged Audiobook Release date: 31-10-24
Summary Brought to you by Penguin
Over three revolutionary decades, Martin Keown played football at the highest level. He witnessed the birth of the Premier League, the arrival of the millionaire player and was a key player in one of the best sides of all time – Wenger’s Arsenal. So why has he always felt like a man battling on the edge?
In this autobiography, Keown recounts how a son of working-class Irish parents, raised in a hostile England during the unrest of the 1970s, rose to be an automatic and enduring pick for club and country; the outsider who stayed the distance while so many insiders fell away.
Over his career, Keown played alongside some of the world’s finest footballers – including Thierry Henry, Dennis Bergkamp, Tony Adams, David Beckham – and under inspirational managers – Arsène Wenger, Kevin Keegan, Sven-Göram Eriksson, Howard Kendall. He was the backbone for many years of the invincible Arsenal team that went on to win the 2003/4 Premier League title without losing a match.
Known as “The Rash” by friend and foe alike for the intensity of his man-marking, Keown always played as if he had more to prove. But his teammates knew he was fast, skilful, tough and loyal, a leader on and off the pitch. Fearless too, as you’ll discover – he doesn’t pull any punches here.
On The Edge is the story of one of Arsenal’s all-time greats – a man whose commitment put him at the centre of the pitch, a place he dominated like almost no other footballer of his generation.
Did you try wenger book
I am not an Arsenal supporter, and rarely read biographies, unlike @Tikay10 .
Whenever I lose a poker game I think of wenger quotes like : 'We always lacked a bit of sharpness' or We need to regain mental strength
Or " I didn't see what happened"
Or "Their grass is too long", "They are too rough", "They are just a rugby team", "They have no respect for the game". "It's like W.W.E."
Loved watching him lose his s***. We're Stoke City, we'll play how we want.
Just occurred to me that film was 1973, so over half a century ago. The book was published 4 years earlier, in 1969. Jeez, my life has flown past.
Best audiobooks that bring the story to life
The Sandman, narrated by Riz Ahmed, Kat Dennings, Taron Egerton, Neil Gaiman, James McAvoy and more
Pet Sematary, narrated by Michael C. Hall
A marvellously comprehensive compendium of Norse mythology from creation to Ragnarök, Gaiman serves as a wizard-like guide into the Viking world of ‘ole. Straddling fictional and non-fictional writing, Gaiman nevertheless manages to craft an entirely compelling yarn which reads like a novel.
This audiobook is brilliantly narrated by the author himself.
Buy now £0.99, Audible
This wondrous audiobook is narrated by the actor who played Gollum in the original films, Andy Serkis.
Buy now £0.99, Audible
For all of J.K Rowling’s controversies, the Harry Potter series remains the bestselling set of fantasy books of all time. We’re not sure we have to remind you of the plot – which follows a young boy who discovers that he is a wizard – but take this as a sign to finally start listening to the magical series as narrated by Stephen Fry.
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Not as good as the original but as reboots go not a total ****.
The star, whose show was followed in the schedule by University Challenge, went on: "I have so enjoyed watching the big names of BBC Two passing their feathered dependence onto other presenters that I have decided to join in myself and tonight I will be eagerly taking several swallows from Michael Portillo."
https://uk.yahoo.com/news/only-connect-victoria-coren-mitchell-michael-portillo-212119766.html
or We need to regain mental strength
Loved watching him lose his s***. We're Stoke City, we'll play how we want.
The Sandman, narrated by Riz Ahmed, Kat Dennings, Taron Egerton, Neil Gaiman, James McAvoy and more
Pet Sematary, narrated by Michael C. Hall
A marvellously comprehensive compendium of Norse mythology from creation to Ragnarök, Gaiman serves as a wizard-like guide into the Viking world of ‘ole. Straddling fictional and non-fictional writing, Gaiman nevertheless manages to craft an entirely compelling yarn which reads like a novel.
This audiobook is brilliantly narrated by the author himself.
Buy now £0.99, Audible
This wondrous audiobook is narrated by the actor who played Gollum in the original films, Andy Serkis.
Buy now £0.99, Audible
For all of J.K Rowling’s controversies, the Harry Potter series remains the bestselling set of fantasy books of all time. We’re not sure we have to remind you of the plot – which follows a young boy who discovers that he is a wizard – but take this as a sign to finally start listening to the magical series as narrated by Stephen Fry.
Buy now £0.99, Audible
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/entertainment/movies/best-audiobooks-that-bring-the-story-to-life/ar-AA1ubZsD?ocid=msedgntp&pc=NMTS&cvid=17ffb98a74324b9c8e4d7239ab880f5c&ei=89#