The Small House At Allington

De: Anthony Trollope

Narrado por: Timothy West

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The spirited Lily Dale, who longs to be loved, is devastated when her fiancé, the self-interested Adolphus Crosbie, jilts her for the aristocratic Lady Alexandrina. Although heartbroken, Lily still loves Crosbie and believes she must remain single despite him being unworthy of her affections. Even when the more deserving John Eame presents himself, she is still unable to see past her feelings for Crosbie.

Meanwhile, Lily's sister Bell is also under pressure to marry for money, not for love. With an array of wonderful subplots, this audiobook is full of subtle humour as well as heartbreak.

The Small House at Allington is the fifth audiobook in the series known as the Chronicles of Barsetshire and as usual, Trollope shows his skill at analysing the thoughts and emotions of his characters, a craft that makes them appear truly life-like. Each character feels human, even Crosbie who also suffers himself for the mistakes he makes. Trollope possesses the ability to take everyday events and turn them into a gripping tale.

The novel was written at the height of Trollope's popularity and contains one of his most admired heroines, Lily Dale. Former British Prime Minister, John Major, declared it his favourite book, propelling it back into the limelight in the 1990s.

Narrator Biography

Timothy West is prolific in film, television, theatre, and audiobooks. He has narrated a number of Anthony Trollope's classic audiobooks, including the six Chronicles of Barsetshire and The Pallisers series. He has also narrated volumes of Simon Schama's A History of Britain and John Mortimer's Rumpole on Trial.

Timothy West's theatrical credits include King Lear, The Vote, Uncle Vanya, A Number, Quarter, and Coriolanus and his films include Ever After, Joan Of Arc, Endgame, Iris, and The Day of the Jackal. On television, Timothy has appeared in Broken Biscuits (BBC), Great Canal Journeys (across 3 Series), and the regular role of Stan Carter on EastEnders (BBC).

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What a lovely experience

Beautifully written, very well spoken, a reminder of times gone by, I will look for other books by this author, and also the narrator (first class) this gentleman is splendid.

Wonderful!

Loved the Small House, brilliant Timothy West, and am sad only one Barchestshire story remains.

Good as always

A little different in that there are a few sad stories but enough happy ever afters all the same.

Wonderful!

A great reader reading a great book. As usual, Timothy West captures all the humor and greatness of Trollope in his narration of The Small House At Allington.

Fun listen

Anthony Trollope is usually a delightful read. In this case with Timothy West reading, a delightful listen.
Not so serious, it is a charming story of family and manners .A dash of independence, lovely young women, a gossipy group, a rouge, scandal, a few good fellows, supportive relatives and friends all make for some good hours of listening pleasure. While most 'unbecoming' behavior is referred to, you will find no jarring descriptions of who did what to whom.This is the time and society of glances and a gentle pressure of the hand. All written and read with subtle humour.

Delightful language and wonderful story

Trollope is one of the authors a literate person is supposed to read, but I expect that few of us do. To remedy that deficit in my own list, I purchased this book due to the interesting description. What an happy surprise to realize that almost 200 years later, the humor is fresh and the story is still appealing. I loved the self-aware narration speaking to the reader "around" the tale, and the assumption in the writing that we are clever enough to listen between the lines for the meaning of the author. Trollope's use of the language is brilliant. I will listen to more!

A Warm Story for a cold winter in Georgia

This story went with me on my phone, day and night, just such a comfort. The language, the characters, all came through the narrator's British accent, so pleasantly. I cared about everyone, in all their complexities, which Trollope revealed thru their behaviors and interactions . After all the dramas, the concluding conflict concerned an old gardener driven to tears over a barrowful of manure, and one dear jilted beauty pleading his case for him and setting all to rights in Allington.

Wonderful

I love the author. I love the book. I love this narration. The ending departs from what you might expect from a Trollope resolution, yet it feels right and makes you love the characters even more.

Moving Story, Evocatively Read by Timothy West

Small House at Allington offers a beautifully intertwined story with many characters, some humorous, some experiencing tragic situations. Lily Dale’s difficult circumstance is central to the book, but there are many subplots reflecting the themes of faithfulness, and promises kept and unkept. The separate strands of the story are skillfully woven together, creating a complex and moving novel. Timothy West is a great narrator — having listened to the first five Barsetshire books, I have thoroughly enjoyed his narration. Bravo Trollope!

First Rate Narration

Masterful Trollope tale very well told! Voice characterization overall was spot on, and I found that of the minor character Hopkins to be particularly so, and thereby the more moving.