Great Expectations
Charles Dickens
Read by Mark F. Smith





This classic tale tells of an orphan, Pip, who through a series of strange circumstances first finds a trade as a blacksmith's apprentice and then learns that he has "great expectations" of a future inheritance from an anonymous benefactor. He soon learns to live the profligate life of a gentleman as he gradually sheds his associations with the gentle souls of his past, Joe (the blacksmith) and Biddy (a level-headed young lady). He throws his money at improving the prospects of his roommate and friend Herbert and his heart at an "ice princess" whose heart will never respond. But then an escaped convict from his distant past comes calling, and all Pip's hopes dissolve. (Summary by Mark F. Smith) (20 hr 26 min)
Chapters
Chapter 1 | 12:42 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 2 | 22:35 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 3 | 12:46 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 4 | 23:08 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 5 | 26:07 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 6 | 5:10 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 7 | 27:47 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 8 | 30:54 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 9 | 18:11 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 10 | 16:25 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 11 | 34:34 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 12 | 14:45 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 13 | 19:59 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 14 | 5:29 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 15 | 28:12 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 16 | 11:56 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 17 | 21:14 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 18 | 33:07 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 19 | 37:49 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 20 | 19:56 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 21 | 12:09 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 22 | 32:36 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 23 | 21:03 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 24 | 15:32 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 25 | 18:21 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 26 | 17:32 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 27 | 19:57 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 28 | 15:00 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 29 | 32:20 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 30 | 22:42 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 31 | 14:34 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 32 | 14:29 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 33 | 18:13 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 34 | 15:24 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 35 | 20:23 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 36 | 17:23 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 37 | 18:40 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 38 | 33:09 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 39 | 32:30 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 40 | 35:12 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 41 | 14:24 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 42 | 20:43 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 43 | 13:02 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 44 | 20:04 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 45 | 19:37 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 46 | 19:04 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 47 | 16:56 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 48 | 18:25 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 49 | 24:18 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 50 | 10:38 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 51 | 20:05 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 52 | 13:21 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 53 | 32:27 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 54 | 36:03 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 55 | 18:28 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 56 | 14:11 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 57 | 32:12 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 58 | 21:35 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Chapter 59 | 11:11 | Read by Mark F. Smith |
Reviews
Made picturing the story at lot easier than reading





The Rainbow Brony
Like most American Teenagers, I can't stand reading a novel for more than 5 minutes without dieing of boredom. However with this recording I found it much easier to understand the story and simply enjoyed it much more than if I had to read it! P.S. Got an A on my book report :D
Excellent!





This is my second time listening to this audio recording and I think Mark Smith does an excellent job. He enunciates all his words and is very clear and easy to understand. He also does a great job bringing the characters to life by giving them each their very own distinct voice. Very well done!
Superb





Jeremiah
This is a great book, it has a good amount of humor, mixed with an interesting plot, and melancholy approaches to issues of the times. The recording itself is very well done, but not perfect. His voices are great (although Joe sounds a bit too similar to Goofy for me), but there are echoes in some of the tracks, and a mechanical scratching which can be a bit of a headache. Besides these flaws, it was a wonderful listen.
Very well read





Christopher Downie
I am in the situation that many high schoolers have been put through, as I have to read this for homework, but unfortunately I cant sit and read the book by myself. This audiobook has helped greatly so far, with great clarity and enunciation, gripping changes of tone and accent, and a warm, welcome narrative. I have greatly enjoyed listening to this book so far, and I reckon I will have listened to the full book by Monday (It is Thursday right now) Yet again, thank you for this recording.
All around joyful book and listening experience





jeremy
I find it hard to believe I never read this book as a child and this was my first time doing so. This book captivated me and the narrator read it so well. I will recommend this book to anyone needing a good read. Also, mark Smith was such a charismatic and clear reader that im in search of my next book as we speak.... read by him off course :)
Great Expectations





Ray/Shane Restaino
This reading is a great modern adaptation of this classic book. Mr. Mark Smith captures the essence of Pip, the innocent youth who matures throughout the book and becomes a much better person despite the obstacles in his path. He gains insight, kindness, a sense of justice, and a social conscience! All the while retaining his American English accent, which will attract American youth! Great job, Mr. Smith!
Perfectly voiced





Mark does an amazing job reading this book. I listened to it twice back-to-back and loved every moment. I would love for Mark to read The Catcher In The Rye or The Chocolate War or the great Day Bradbury's poetic prose Dandelion Wine and Something Wicked This Way Comes. None of those are in the public domain unfortunately. Keep reading, man
Great audiobook





FrenchReader
I wanted to read a "classic" in English so I chose this one. Even though I found the novel quite long sometimes, I am 2/3 through it now I really appreciate it so far. The reader is amazing he gives life to the different characters of the novel, best reading I've listened to !