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Absalom, Absalom!

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Grover Gardner
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Ratings
Book
28
Narrator
8
Release Date
January 8, 2008
Duration
12 hours 36 minutes
Summary
Family drama and the legacy of slavery haunt this epic tale of an enigmatic stranger in Jefferson, Mississippi—from one of the most acclaimed writers of the twentieth century.

First published in 1936, Absalom, Absalom! is William Faulkner’s ninth novel and one of his most admired. It tells the story of Thomas Sutpen and his ruthless, single-minded attempt to forge a dynasty in Jefferson, Mississippi, in 1830. Although his grand design is ultimately destroyed by his own sons, a century later the figure of Sutpen continues to haunt young Quentin Compson, who is obsessed with his family legacy and that of the Old South.

“Faulkner’s novels have the quality of being lived, absorbed, remembered rather than merely observed,” noted Malcolm Cowley. “Absalom, Absalom! is structurally the soundest of all the novels in the Yoknapatawpha series—and it gains power in retrospect.”
Reviews
Profile Avatar Paul S. May 2026

A great narration of one of the greatest American novels.

Profile Avatar Sandra H. Aug 2022

This is a very powerful book, but it takes a great deal of concentration to follow. The narrator is fine, though, as there are at least 5 narrators in the book, it's very hard to know who is speaking when you are doing anything other than just listening. It's certainly a classic, with deep Biblical and historical roots. Also, take it a bit at a time, as not everyone is telling the truth. It's the story of a family and a country as it survives and changes over a few generations. Recommended to be read with a club or someone with whom you can discuss the twists, turns and meanings. It's a book that requires work on your part.

Profile Avatar George J. Oct 2019

Oh, I liked the book a whole lot, but then, I really like Faulkner. He is not for everyone. Absalom Absalom is a difficult book. WF is one of those modern writers, like Conrad, V. Wolfe, Proust, and Joyce, who require your dedication. There is a knack to reading them with pleasure, and getting there requires patient effort. I would say it is worth the effort,but that may just be me. I should add that WF captures his part of the Deep South wonderfully.

Profile Avatar caryn doljanin Apr 2016

Absalom, Absalom! I enjoyed reading along with the narrator. The novel is somewhat difficult, but Grover Gardner's voice was perfect! It would have taken me twice as long to read it without audiobooks and Mr. Gardner's rich voice. The novel is a classic, and I am glad my Professor chose it for us to read.

Absalom, Absalom!

Absalom, Absalom!

Author: William Faulkner
Read by: Grover Gardner
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