Tom Brown's Schooldays Audiobook, Unabridged
Tom Brown's Schooldays is an unabridged English audiobook by Thomas Hughes, narrated by Hugh Bonneville. Its 8-hour-59-minute runtime suits listeners looking for a complete reading of this classic school story.
At a glance
- An unabridged recording of Thomas Hughes's novel, with a stated duration just under nine hours.
- The story follows Tom Brown's school years and confronts bullying and harsh treatment at Rugby School.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Unabridged format presents the complete story rather than an abridged selection.
- Named narrator and runtime help listeners assess the recording before choosing it.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 8 hours and 59 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Author | Thomas Hughes |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Hugh Bonneville |
| Publisher | silksoundbooks Limited |
| Publication date | 19 November 2015 |
What to know before buying
- The listing describes the story's treatment of bullying and harsh school discipline, which may not suit listeners seeking lighter subject matter.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners seeking an unabridged audiobook of a classic school story.
- Those interested in a historical novel addressing bullying and school reform.
Less suited to
- Listeners who prefer a shorter or abridged recording.
- Those seeking contemporary fiction or a light subject.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Aggregate ratings are generally favourable but not uniformly so, with a notable middle-rating share alongside the positive ratings. This offers only a broad, limited signal about reception and does not establish what listeners liked or disliked about the narration or story.
Frequently asked questions
Who wrote and narrates this audiobook?
The listing names Thomas Hughes as the author and Hugh Bonneville as the narrator.
Is this an abridged version?
No. The listing identifies the version as unabridged.
How long is the recording?
The stated listening length is 8 hours and 59 minutes.
What is the story about?
The listing describes Tom Brown's school years at Rugby and the story's response to institutional bullying and harsh school practices.
