The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (version 2)
F. Scott Fitzgerald
Read by John W. Michaels
The curious Case of Benjamin Button, a 1921 short story by F. Scott Fitzgerald, now a major motion picture, features Benjamin Button, who, born as an old man much to the dismay and chagrin of his father and family Doctor, ages backwards until he leaves this world as a newborn. (Summary by Mike Vendetti) (1 hr 0 min)
Reviews
2 words. Awesome read
Sandesh Narayan
I really liked the story and Mike's style. it's comic when Benjamin becomes kids, I loved the tone and pace. awesome read. Mike I'm gonna browse all of your solo readings
A thought - provoking and enjoyable yarn
Lorna
I loved this barely believable tale for its humour and clever observation of the pressure to conform even when it is clearly impossible. This short story is entertaining and read with great liveliness. Especially perfect in this reading was when the beautifully deep American voice of the reader managed to make Benjamin Button's voice sound like a small person trying pitifully to be taken seriously - poignant yet funny.
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Momma Gayle
This is a comfy book to listen to when you don't have a lot of time. (only an hour). BUT It's so his! Mr. Mike's delivery is the perfect voice for Benjamin Button. It has a note of humor mixed with matter-of-factness. now off to find a couple more works by this reader.
Good recording, reads kind of fast
Eoin
The chapter titles kind of blend into the text, and for a short story the words could be lingered over a bit more than they are. Otherwise, quite a good recording sound quality wise, and good voice acting that doesn't get in the way of the story.
loved it
la girl
came across this book by accident. the movie didn't look interesting to me and I didn't see it, but I got curious about this story. I absolutely loved it. so interesting witty and well written.totally entertaining. the narrator was perfection. kudos. take a listen. :)
A superbly read, intriguing story!
Dusty B.
Really loved listening to this - the reader has a wonderful, relaxing voice. The Curious Case of B.B. is an entertaining book, with a very original plot; I'd like to see the movie now to see how it compares!
Amazing
Dw
Great reading of an intetesting story. Out of the 30 or so books I've listened to on librivox John is the best reader I've heard so far. This reading is as good as a professional recording.
Wonderful Reader
Beloved
I was always curious about this story as I knew the premise. It is entertaining but leaves many questions unanswered. The reader makes the experience completely worth the time spent listening.