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Can You Forgive Her?
- Narrated by: Timothy West
- Length: 28 hrs and 8 mins
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Summary
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Can You Forgive Her? is the first of the six in the Palliser series.
Trollope inextricably binds together the issues of parliamentary election and marriage, of politics and privacy. The values and aspirations of the governing stratum of Victorian society are ruthlessly examined, and none remains unscathed.
But above all Trollope focuses on the predicament of women. 'What should a woman do with her life?' asks Alice Vavasor of herself, and this theme is echoed by every other woman, from her friend, the uncomfortably married Lady Glencora, to her aunt, the coquettish Mrs. Greenow, as well as her clear-headed cousin, Kate.
Alice is torn between marrying her ambitious but violent cousin George or the bland but gentlemanly John Grey, ending up both accepting and rejecting each of them in turn and thus transgressing from the Victorian moral code.
In contrast, her friend Lady Glencora is forced to marry the rising politician Plantagenet Palliser to prevent the worthless Burgo Fitzgerald from wasting her vast fortune.
Trollope was considered one of the most successful and respected English writers of the Victorian era. With more than 40 published novels, they are regarded by some as among the greatest of 19th-century fiction. Many of his works covered political, social and gender issues. Fans of his work have included former British Prime Ministers Harold Macmillan and Sir John Major.
Narrator Biography
Timothy West is prolific in film, television, theatre and audiobooks. He has narrated a number of Anthony Trollope’s classics, 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 theatre roles include King Lear, The Vote, Uncle Vanya, A Number, Quarter, and Coriolanus. His films include Ever After, Joan Of Arc, Endgame, Iris, The Day of the Jackal. On television, Timothy has appeared in Great Canal Journeys, Last Tango in Halifax and Bleak House.
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- Anne
- 28-04-11
Wonderfull and moving
Being a native dane, Classic english litterature for me have been Austen and Shakespeare. But Audible and Timothy West have introduced med to Anthony Trollope and I am hooked. This book in particular has moved me. Moved me to tears. Trollope has a fine and allso great understanding of human caracter, and Timothy West has a great understanding of Trollope.
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- Julie Bail
- 26-04-10
I never wanted it to end
Another wonderful reading of a great Trollope novel by Timothy West, who captures every nuance of style,character,humour and pathos. Please read the rest of the series Mr West!
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- Barbara Murray
- 15-10-19
what's not to love??
I'm a sucker for these kind of books but I loved this and would have no hesitation in recommending it
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- Susan Whitehead
- 19-01-20
Can you forgive her
Absolutely brilliant tale well told and narrated by Timothy West. No one else can do Trollope justice other than he. Fabulous, looking forward to the next instalment.
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- Teachy McTeach Face
- 26-11-15
Wonderful
A brilliant reading of a brilliant book. There are one or two minor edits needed where a line is repeated or corrected here and there but this doesn't detract. A wonderful way to spend 28 hours!!
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- Amazon Customer
- 05-12-14
Timothy West makes listening to classics so easy
Would you consider the audio edition of Can You Forgive Her? to be better than the print version?
The audio edition is wonderful because I don't think I would have read this book or any other Trollope but for West's reading and being able to listen whilst doing housework or having tired eyes.
What did you like best about this story?
The complexity of the characters and the plot
Which character – as performed by Timothy West – was your favourite?
John Grey was my favorite as he was so long suffering.
Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
Sadly sometimes I could have happy shouted at the heroine to get a grip and stop being dithering.
Any additional comments?
I have downloaded the next in the series but have read, thanks to Audible many Trollope novels.
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- Amazon Customer
- 13-06-23
Enjoyable
Despite its length, I enjoyed listening to this. Timothy West read it very well it’s made me want to see what happens in the next few novels.
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- Peggymac
- 16-04-23
I really enjoyed this
Loved this. Timothy West's narration brought all the characters to life. Looking forward to the next installment.
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- Jocelyn
- 29-04-22
Timothy West narrator
Timothy West is the best narrator. He absolutely gets
Trollope’s nuances and humour. He is a joy to listen to.
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- C. A. Harfleet
- 28-11-20
I love Anthony Trollope and this is as good as ever.
SUperb writing. His sentences flow like liquid gold. Wonderful social insight and you identify with the characters immediately.beautifully read.
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