The End of the Affair
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The End of the Affair
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Narrated by:
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Colin Firth
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By:
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Graham Greene
About this listen
Audie Award Winner, Audiobook of the Year, 2013.
Audie Award Nominee, Best Solo Narration, 2013.
Graham Greene's evocative analysis of the love of self, the love of another, and the love of God is an English classic that has been translated for the stage, the screen, and even the opera house.
Academy Award-winning actor Colin Firth (The King's Speech, A Single Man) turns in an authentic and stirring performance for this distinguished audio release. The End of the Affair, set in London during and just after World War II, is the story of a flourishing love affair between Maurice Bendrix and Sarah Miles. After a violent episode at Maurice's apartment, Sarah suddenly and without explanation breaks off the affair.
This very intimate story about what actually constitutes love is enhanced by Mr. Firth's narration, who said "this book struck me very, very particularly at the time when I read it and I thought my familiarity with it would give the journey a personal slant. I'm grateful for this honor," Firth said when this production was recognized by the Audie Awards as Audiobook of the Year for 2013, "and grateful for the opportunity to narrate one of my favorite stories. A great novel told in the first person makes for the best script an actor could imagine. None better than The End of the Affair.... Theater and film each offer their own challenges and rewards, but narration is a new practice for me and the audiobook performance provides exhilarating possibilities for both actors and listeners. I'm thrilled to be involved in bringing this remarkable work of fiction to a wider audience, and thankful to Audible for offering me the opportunity to perform it and to engage with so many who share my passion for storytelling."
©1951 Graham Greene (P)2015 Audible, IncEditorial reviews
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- Jenny
- 05-10-2018
Outstanding performance
Colin Firth was the best thing about this audiobook for me. I can understand why it is so critically acclaimed, however it simply did not resonate with me personally.
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- Anonymous User
- 24-09-2019
Not as Good as I’d Hoped
The narration was lovely to hear Colin’s voice but the actual story I found a little average and monotonous.
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- Jane
- 17-04-2017
Loved it!
What did you like most about The End of the Affair?
A fantastic story about what can go on in poeple's minds such that they can't see what goes on for others. The art of creating and ceating int he mind when things simply aren't true. Grameme Greene does this with beutiful language and keen insight, and Colin Firth's voice was perfect for the role.
Who was your favorite character and why?
The narrator. Because it was about him.
Which character – as performed by Colin Firth – was your favourite?
The narrator.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
Many.
Any additional comments?
Highly recommended.
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- Ellen L
- 30-04-2015
Colin's voice....
I'm not a great fan of Graham Greene and this isn't my favourite book but Colin Firth's reading is wonderful. Worth listening for the wonderful performance. Still not a fan of the book but very impressed with Mr Firth. Well deserved awards
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- Annita Boyd
- 06-10-2022
In awe.
This is one of the most moving books I have ever encountered. There is such honesty in Greene's economy of words, such incisive exactitude in his observation of the human condition, and the precise poetry of his metaphor, all which leave me in awe. Firth said it was a privilege to narrate this book. It was a privilege for me to experience the skill of this truly great actor, brilliantly embodying the conflicted emotions of the main character Bendrix, whilst he ponders key questions of life, love, hate, and religion.
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- Mick
- 30-10-2020
A tale of hate...
Brilliantly written with Greene showing his ability to draw the sorrow and loathing from his characters and put it on the page. The book questions God’s influence, despite the protagonist being an atheist, in an utterly terrible situation only brought about by the primary characters ability to love and lust. It is difficult to really care for the main characters that tend to moan throughout the book in relation to their self-made situation. Firth’s performance is good and he is easy to listen to.
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- Tracey
- 20-02-2016
An absolute classic genius
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
Who wouldn't want the chance to spend a few private hours alone with Colin Firth? Divine enunciation, beautifully written. This novel takes you deeply inside the minds of two characters who become so real, you feel (that if you lived in a nice part of London) you would recognise them as neighbours.
What was one of the most memorable moments of The End of the Affair?
When all is revealed, and the 2 of the characters form an unexpected but comforting relationship. I t just shows you the unpredictability of life.
Have you listened to any of Colin Firth’s other performances? How does this one compare?
He is a true gentleman and actor
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
Yes.
Any additional comments?
I was surprised to discover this novel was actually written in the 1940's. It felt like a modern novel written as a time-piece. Amazingly beautiful, lyrically written by Graham Greene. I was born in England to post-war middle class parents, and the writing just took me right there to the beautiful old houses and the class system, and the gentlemen in tweed.
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- Barbara
- 30-06-2015
Marvellous!
A classic tale, told by a master of the spoken word with such gentle understanding and care for the narrative as to make it both exhilarating and quietly absorbing at the same time. I loved every minute and thank Colin Firth for his care and attention to this wonderful tale from Graham Greene.
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- Chris from Oz
- 25-09-2019
Outstanding narration and storyline
What a joy to listen to an absolutely flawless performance. Colin Firth at his best, if only he were able to do more. How each character is bought to life so effortlessly.
Supreme piece of writing too by Graham Greene, I didn’t want it to end.
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- beverley
- 01-03-2024
Brilliant!
Colin Firth’s narration is empathetic and sensitive to the storyline never failing to reveal the human relationships conveyed by the writer. This was a deeply rewarding and wholly immersive audio experience . Beverley
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