Selected Shorts: The Man Who Liked Dickens

Released: July 17, 2012
Length: 38 mins
Format: Radio/TV Program
Publisher: Symphony Space, Inc

This engaging audiobook features a vintage-inspired, darkly humorous story reminiscent of Evelyn Waugh, about a jungle explorer stranded and compelled to read Dickens aloud. It is part of the acclaimed Selected Shorts series, a beloved public radio show featuring live recorded readings from notable authors, broadcast widely and consistently popular among listeners.

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