Rick Kastelein asked this question about A Tale of Two Cities:
I just tried this book yesterday, and barely came trough the first 30 pages. I didnt exactly know who said what, and what there was said. Is it true that this book may be quite a work to read? That i just should try again in som years? Or do you have any tips on how to read this book in a nice way? :)
Janey Listen to it read aloud (how Dickens intended his books to be experienced.) I loved the Audible version narrated by Martin Jarvis. Even if you find th…moreListen to it read aloud (how Dickens intended his books to be experienced.) I loved the Audible version narrated by Martin Jarvis. Even if you find the language a bit obscure, he reads it so well that you can understand all you need to and the story romps along after the first few chapters - I listened while washing up, walking, gardening... couldn't stop. (less)
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