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  • Dances with Wolves

  • Written by: Michael Blake
  • Narrated by: George Guidall
  • Length: 9 hrs and 10 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (108 ratings)

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Dances with Wolves

Written by: Michael Blake
Narrated by: George Guidall
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Ordered to hold an abandoned army post, John Dunbar found himself alone, beyond the edge of civilization. Thievery and survival soon forced him into the Indian camp, where he began a dangerous adventure that changed his life forever. 

Set in 1863, the novel follows Lieutenant John Dunbar on a magical journey from the ravages of the Civil War to the far reaches of the imperiled American frontier, a frontier he naively wants to see "before it is gone".

©2002 Michael Blake (P)2019 Recorded Books

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Only one thing could make it better

Only if it was read by Kevin Costner could it be better . Very enjoyable thank you

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  • 2021-11-26

Unexpected Pleasure, riveting

I had seen the movie years ago, but the bookwas so superior to it. I do understand why Kevin Costner wanted to make it into a movie.

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Thank you for this!

I read this story as a kid and loved it, but reading it now when I’m older took me to a very special place, loving its journey but saddened at its inevitable end. I’m glad to have experienced it again!

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Great Version of an Intriguing Novel

I confess that I don't remember much of the 1990 Kevin Costner film.. other than some spectacular Cinematography. It turns out the story by Michael Blake is well-written, well-paced, and thought-provoking. The theme of looking at the challenges faced by Native Americans as Europeans spread West - from the POV of an isolated Civil War soldier adopted into a Comanche tribe - is handled sensitively but realistically.
Less fortunately, the story is a little bit formulaic (including an obligatory pretty love-interest and clichéd "bad guys"), but it doesn't feel particularly contrived. In addition, the "flashback" technique to build characters is slightly overdone (but it didn't detract from the narrative too badly - the story still flows nicely).

The quality performance from George Guidall is a definite selling point for this recording, too: Guidall constantly sounds like he needs to clear saliva from the corners of his mouth, but delivers exemplary diction, cadence, and voice-acting.. and a genuinely impressive explanatory tone that fits the text *perfectly*. This project was cast beautifully.

Altogether, I rate this iteration of 'Dances With Wolves' 9.5 out of 10 stars. I was able to get this book on sale - and it was easily worth the $3.10 CDN I paid for it. It would actually merit a Credit.

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brilliant.

This was a great tribute to a wonderful story teller. A wonderful insight into the first nations people of the Americas and their challenges in confronting the European tide that swept them aside without thought, compassion or mercy.

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  • 2019-12-28

Even better than the movie. Excellent narration.

Even better than the movie. Well written. Excellent narration. Well worth the price and the listen.

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  • Tom
  • 2019-08-11

great story! great narration!

haven't seen this movie about 50 times in my life I finally got around to reading the book. I was not disappointed! The book is even better than the movie, as this so often the case. and the narration by George godell is fantastic!

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  • 2019-05-19

Excellent Book with Both and Action

Great story and thought provoking. It makes you yearn for a time in history when nature was valued.

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  • paul schneider
  • 2019-10-19

A timeless classic

A beautiful fable. It never happened but it should have. A requiem for an ancient way of life that is gone forever. Uplifting and tragic in equal measure.

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  • Deetzie
  • 2019-03-18

Narration is painful

One of my favorite stories of all time, but the performance ruins the whole thing. Narration is choppy and he stops after about every three words, causing unnecessary, jarring pauses.

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  • JDunn
  • 2019-02-20

One of my all time favorites

One of my all time favorite stories read by one of my all time favorite narrators! I was so happy to finally see this one on Audible. May you rest with peace, Michael.

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  • Travisaurous
  • 2019-04-20

Narration is horrible.

I hope amazon makes available a copy of this book with a different narrator. The guy who did lonesome dove did a fantastic job; maybe they can get him.

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  • Simple Simon
  • 2020-05-03

anticipation every time a had time to listen

when driving in a car, the narrator takes some time to follow. especially if I had the window open. but the story was great. looked forward to listening all the time

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  • Modevs
  • 2019-11-26

Good story good narrator

I saw some reviews complaining about the narration but I found it to be fine.

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  • New Mexico guy
  • 2020-02-13

loved it!

Great story, as everyone knows a movie has nothing on a book, this book is no exception.
I was not a fan of the naration but he got the job done.

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