Talking Heads Audiobook on Audio CD, Audio Download, buy now from AudioGO

The first collection of six individual portraits from the master of the monologue.Performed by the author and five of Britain's leading actresses, Alan Bennett's tales are full of quirky, insightful detail that bring the characters vividly to life.From Julie Walters' portrayal of an actress seeking fame to Anna Massey's alcoholic vicar's wife, these individuals are linked by their self-delusion, desperation and vulnerability.In these compelling pieces, Bennett displays the wry observation, knowing irony and tender understatement that have ensured his rightful place at the forefront of contemporary writing: ‘A Chip in the Sugar’ with Alan Bennett / ‘A Lady of Letters’ with Patricia Routledge / ‘Bed Among the Lentils’ with Anna Massey / ‘Soldiering On’ with Stephanie Cole / ‘Her Big Chance’ with Julie Walters / ‘A Cream Cracker Under the Settee’ with Thora Hird.

Following the success of Alan Bennett’s ‘Talking Heads’ CD audiobook, the BBC are now proud to offer another eclectic array of monologues from one of Britain’s best loved storytellers. Considered to be a shade or two darker than the original collection, ‘Talking Heads 2’ is still just as funny, just as charmingly eccentric and just as compelling.

This entertaining assortment blends themes of desperation, heartbreak, wit, charm and astute reflection. It includes ‘Miss Fozzard Finds Her Feet’ with Patricia Routledge, ‘The Hand of God' with Eileen Atkins; 'Playing Sandwiches' with David Haig; 'The Outside Dog' with Julie Walters, 'Nights in the Gardens of Spain' with Penelope Wilton and 'Waiting for the Telegram' with Thora Hird.

With three full hours of high quality entertainment from the BBC to brighten up the dampest of days, ‘Talking Heads 2’ is now available for you to purchase as a CD audiobook or to download in MP3 format. The series is the perfect introduction for those new to Alan Bennett to the intelligent humour that has made him famous across the nation. Likewise, his existing fans will be more than pleased to sit back and relax as his distinctive monologues bring a smile to their faces once again.

Product Information

Author: Alan Bennett Running Time: 3hrs 15min Publisher: AudioGO Ltd Number of CDs: 3 File Quality: MP3 (256 kbps) Release Date: 31/01/2002 D/L ISBN: 9781405698283

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