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A Christmas Carol
- Narrated by: Hugh Grant
- Length: 2 hrs and 44 mins
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A Christmas Carol
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Publisher's Summary
Audible Studios presents a brand new recording of Charles Dickens' timeless seasonal story A Christmas Carol, performed by Hugh Grant.
First published in 1843, it tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a mean and unpleasant man who dislikes people generally and Christmas especially.
One Christmas Eve he is visited by the ghost of his former business partner Jacob Marley and the spirits of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come and given a glimpse of the many homes and lives which Scrooge has touched in his wretched life to date. After their visits, Scrooge is transformed into a kinder, gentler man.
Editorial Review
The classic Christmas story follows miser Ebenezer Scrooge, an unpleasant man who dislikes everything, especially Christmas. One Christmas Eve, he is visited by the spirit of his former business partner, Jacob Marley, with a dire warning. Determined to make Scrooge see the errors of his ways, the ghosts of Christmas Past, Christmas Present, and Christmas Yet to Come soon follow. One by one, the spirits show Scrooge how he has touched the world and the people around him. In the process, the miserly old man realizes his callous treatment of his underpaid clerk Bob Cratchit and how it has further jeopardized the precarious health of his youngest son, Tiny Tim. On Christmas morning, Ebenezer Scrooge awakens and becomes a more generous and loving man.
While Charles Dickens is the acclaimed author of Oliver Twist, A Tale of Two Cities and other staples of English literature, A Christmas Carol is perhaps his most widely known and beloved work. A classic tale of life lessons and the magic of the Christmas spirit, A Christmas Carol is a wonderful book to enjoy as a family during the holidays. Impeccably read by Hugh Grant, the Audible Original A Christmas Carol audiobook makes it a treat to listen to this beloved tale with loved ones.
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- CdnGirl
- 2020-12-27
Perfectly unexpected and unexpectedly perfect
My son and I listened to this in the car for our long and boring drive along frozen Canadian snowscapes. I had no expectations of a Hugh Grant rendition of A Christmas Carol but it was just right. The pacing and clarity was perfect, he did different voices but not in an over-the-top way. It was simple, not an overproduced radio drama, and entertaining enough to be a perfect introduction to A Christmas Carol for my tween son, who loved it. I couldn't help but keep thinking of scenes from the 1951 Alistair Sim film, and that was a good thing. A joyous discovery, not a fragment of underdone potato. Thank you, Hugh Grant and production team.
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- Winelover
- 2021-01-02
Loved it! Brilliantly narrated.
Hugh Grant did justice to this wonderful story. This story was UNabridged (not sure why other reviewers said it was abridged. It's a short story that takes roughly 3 hours to narrated looking at other narrations of this story). Hugh provided perfect balance of humour and earnest acting to make this story come alive. It was not over the top or silly. I hope Hugh narrates more books in the future. His narration reminded me of Alistair Sim's 1951 movie. I definitely recommend to book to anyone and it will be one I'll listen to often. It was such a treat to listen to this after a rough year. Thank you!
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- CKH Vancouver
- 2021-01-04
honestly it is wonderful, but ...
If you want a more manic and enthused performance check out the version narrated by Tim Curry.
However, Hugh Grant does a marvellous job of Dickens prose. Enjoy!
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- Tammy Meggison
- 2020-12-23
Amazing
I've always loved this story, and it is made even better by Hugh Grant's voice!
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- Tabitha B
- 2021-12-15
Incredible narration by Hugh!
Hugh was so incredible in this performance. He literally sounded like 2 separate people: Scrooge and the narrator, Hugh Grant.
I was riveted.
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- Anonymous User
- 2021-11-20
6 stars
The story is absolutely timeless, a true joy to visit or revisit during the holidays . Hugh Grant is completely charming in his narration. I couldn't recommend this listen highly enough.
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- Trevor Pettitt
- 2021-01-17
Better than Expected
Hugh Grant is excellent and of course the story is a classic that stands the test of time.
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- Trevor
- 2021-01-07
Excellent!
After all, it is Charles Dickens.
Hugh Grant was superb.
I would recommend to everyone to give this a listen.
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- Anonymous User
- 2020-12-25
Wonderful version
I just loved listening to this as I wrapped presents and baked. Hugh Grant does a great job. A new Christmas tradition for me. Thanks!
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- Katrina
- 2023-12-06
Hugh grant. That is all
Hugh grant was an amazing narrator and this story never gets old. Loved it so much!
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- E-Hank3
- 2020-12-26
Christmas Classic Given New Life
I absolutely love the life that Hugh Grant breathes into this story. Read this in one sitting Christmas Day while working on things around the house. This is a reading of the story I can see myself returning to every year.
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- lisa stevens
- 2020-12-26
HUGH GRANT MADE THIS FANTASTIC!
I have read or heard the Christmas carol so many times I don't believe I could count them. Patrick Stewart did a stellar job, and so have many other really talented narrator's but I have to say, Hugh Grant made this story human and touchable and so uplifting and so much fun to listen to that from now on, he is my favorite bringer of Dickens at Christmas!
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- Ann Marie
- 2020-12-21
The Eternal Christmas Story
I love this story! The narrator did an awesome job!
I'm glad I listened to the eternal Christmas story that reminds us what the Spirit of the season is all about and the reason that Jesus was born - to save us from ourselves and our attitudes.
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- Eljaybee
- 2020-12-25
Exceptional Performance
Hugh Grant provides a masterful performance of this Christmas classic. No matter how many times and how many film/TV versions you have seen, there are humorous and moving nuances to the written text that do not come through in even the finest productions. I recommend this Audible production of the Dickens’ novel unreservedly.
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- AirWolfe1
- 2021-12-10
Read, not Performed.
Unfortunately, Hugh does not bring his acting abilities to this performance. If you like having a story read to you, Hugh reads well. If you are looking for a more animated version of this classic, Tim Curry’s performance is much better.
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- Lauren
- 2021-01-09
AMAZING PERFORMANCE!
Truly, I know this story like the back of my hand, and Hugh Grant's performance brought me to tears no less than 12 times. Unbelievable. I dare you to be unaffected by it, even if you're Scrooge himself!
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- KV
- 2021-12-26
Hugh Grant Christmas Gift
Hugh gives the Christmas gift of narration to this holiday classic. His story telling gave me a new appreciation of just listening rather than tradition of watching the movie. I loved it!
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- sws53
- 2021-07-03
Perhaps the best unabridged version I have heard.
I collect all things Christmas Carol by C. Dickens. I have many audio versions but this is the very best I have heard to date. Hugh Grant's voice hits the right notes; no silly voices, no over acting, just a superb narration.
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- Lauren B.
- 2021-01-11
Great narrator!
Enjoyed this performance immensely! I hope he has read more books, I will for them ASAP.
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- U. Campanella
- 2020-12-24
The Best Christmas Story Ever Told!
And What a performance, Hugh Grant.
He is as good on audio as he is on screen.
More please, More!
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- Diala Tawk
- 2021-03-02
Brilliant
Simply a wonderful performance! Haven't heard a better one. It makes you want to listen to it again and again...
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