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One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest

Ken Kesey

Start date: October 1, 2016

Finish date: October 31, 2016

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Apr 24, 2012 John Martin rated it it was amazing

I saw the movie many, many years ago and remember it as very good.
But the book is something else. It's fantastic with strong, memorable characters, lashings of pathos and humour - and it's very thought provoking.
Choosing to see the story unfold through the fog-filled eyes of Chief Bromden was a masterstroke, a dimension the movie, for all its greatness, couldn't even hope to capture.
I'm glad though this book wasn't in the mainstream when I went through school. Being forced to read it and analyse ...more

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Sep 24, 2012 Jeanne rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

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This was a reread for me. This time I listened to the recorded version narrated by John C Reilly, yes that John C. Reilly (Step Brothers, Talladega Nights) and he was perfect, amazing etc etc.. He enhanced the entire experience. I have not listened to that many audiobooks and Reilly has unfortunately set a standard I don't think anyone will be able to surpass. If this your first read or a reread I highly recommend checking out this version of the book. ...more

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