![]() I don't know how it compares to similar audiobooks I appreciate that the file seems to have both annotated and non-annotated readings. Otherwise, you have to remember fairly subtle voice differentiations - difficult if you are listening to the play in moderate intervals. The guide's relatively frequent interjections and scene analysis was helpful even beyond their informative content, as they made it much easier to follow which characters are active in a given scene. The addition then-contemporary references and allusions to then-topical events and scandals is a nice touch. I especially appreciate that the guide doesn't stick to only explaining archaic terminology, but also notes many of the more subtle themes that run through the play and describes how specific passages advance these undercurrents. However, after listening to their production of King Lear, I am very enthusiastic about the project. I was initially worried that the "Shakespeare appreciated" series would dumb the play down. Very Satisfying to have the extra context ![]()
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