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Narrated by:
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David Rintoul
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By:
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Robert Harris
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There was a time when Cicero held Caesar’s life in the palm of his hand. But now Caesar is the dominant figure, and Cicero’s life is in ruins.
Exiled, separated from his wife and children, his possessions confiscated, his life constantly in danger, Cicero is tormented by the knowledge that he has sacrificed power for the sake of his principles.
His comeback requires wit, skill and courage - and, for a brief and glorious period, the legendary orator is once more the supreme senator in Rome.
But politics is never static, and no statesman, however cunning, can safeguard against the ambition and corruption of others.
Riveting and tumultuous, Dictator encompasses some of the most epic events in human history yet is also an intimate portrait of a brilliant, flawed, frequently fearful yet ultimately brave man - a hero for his time and for ours.
©2015 Robert Harris (P)2015 Random House AudioBooksWhat listeners say about Dictator
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- kealldog
- 23-01-2022
So good!
I'm sad to finish the third book, as I have loved every word in each one.
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- Linda
- 18-11-2018
all three book in this trilogy are wonderful
David Rintoul's performance is sensational. I highly recommend this and the other two books in series.
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- Noggin
- 18-09-2022
Caotivated
Rarely have I been captivated in the manner this book and it's two preceding volumes have captured me. The author and, in turn, the presenter created a sense of pace that was sustained from beginning to end. A history like no other, masterfully recreated. Vale, Cicero.
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- A Descendant of Scotsmen
- 25-02-2018
Truly outstanding!
The final of the Cicero trilogy closes a truly excellent journey through Rome’s slide from democracy to demagoguery- Dictator is a title well chosen .
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- Woolfe
- 06-12-2020
Fantastic, Really Brings the Events to Life
Need to read / listen to all three books in the series to get a full understanding of the depth of the Man. I am a great fan of Caesar with his self belief, courage and rolling of the dice deeds. This tells the tale from the side of the Republic rather than the Dictator and If these events are half true what a great man Cicero was. A man of words not violence who loved the Republic. Amazing that some of his writings and philosophy still survive to this day
Well constructed and narrated, bringing the words to life, although you know what the ending is it still brings a lump to the throat.
If you are looking down from the stars Cicero from these works you are remembered to this day as a man of high morals, brilliant letters, quick wit, soaring oration and courage.
Highly recommended.
Interesting in that over 2,000 years latter we are close to seeing the death of another Great Republic.
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- Anonymous User
- 21-08-2020
Shame about the lack of narrative continuity
Fantastic book but a real shame the narrator Bill Wallis from the previous two books didn’t finish off the trilogy. I missed his voices and timing. Still amazing, yet felt like I was watching the tv version of the final part of a blockbuster series.
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- Richard
- 09-02-2021
Really good excellent.
The last book in the trilogy is probably the best due to the superb narration. However, all three books are top class and stick close to the historical facts as we know them. A different take on Mark Anthony but Octavian is true to character. I don’t warm to Cicero despite his playing an important part in those tumultuous times in Roman history. Harris needs to now write another Magnum Opus especially after the disappointing V2.
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- Ben A.
- 15-01-2023
Why change narrator?
I wish they stuck with the same narrator as the first two books; I just don’t like this guy. Same with An Officer and a Spy, his pompish English accent just doesn’t suit the story. Still, loved this series. Still well with a listen
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