The Cloister and the Hearth

Charles Reade

Gelesen von Tom Denholm

(4.8 stars; 24 reviews)

'The Cloister and the Hearth', by Charles Reade, was published in 1861. It's a long and winding picaresque novel set in 15th century Europe, telling the story of the love between Gerard Eliason, an artist turned priest, and Margaret Brandt, the daughter of a poor scholar, and reflects the conflict between family and church which overshadowed the lives of so many in medieval times.
Its uniqueness lies in the way Reade, having meticulously researched his subject and the period, gives us insights more detailed than any other writer of fiction into medieval lifestyles and morals, combined with vivid descriptions of his characters – many based on real historical figures – and locations. He deliberately strays towards a medieval writing style, with many an archaic word to tantalise the reader or listener (an education in itself).
Until well into the twentieth century, ‘The Cloister and the Hearth’ was considered one of the greatest novels in the English language. Its popularity may have faded, but those who have read it will tell you of the enduring power of Reade’s tour de force. A revival is long overdue, and is deserved: it’s an exceptional book.
- Summary by Tom Denholm (36 hr 16 min)

Kapitel

Chapter 1	36:08	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 2	36:45	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 3	25:43	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 4	14:34	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 5	3:55	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 6	8:37	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 7	23:10	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 8	14:38	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 9	25:53	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 10	31:37	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 11	13:20	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 12	11:37	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 13	9:05	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 14	11:51	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 15	6:01	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 16	3:19	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 17	10:29	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 18	2:38	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 19	15:50	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 20	17:03	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 21	5:02	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 22	3:55	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 23	12:48	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 24, Part 1	43:20	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 24, Part 2	43:40	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 25	35:01	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 26	34:37	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 27	18:46	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 28	14:41	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 29	3:02	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 30	16:32	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 31	10:05	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 32	16:23	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 33, Part 1	45:19	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 33, Part 2	40:50	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 34	20:06	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 35	4:10	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 36	38:04	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 37, Part 1	39:27	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 37, Part 2	38:42	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 38	29:54	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 39	21:04	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 40	37:31	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 41	8:25	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 42	31:02	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 43	11:15	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 44	6:08	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 45	7:06	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 46	33:54	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 47	26:52	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 48	6:08	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 49	15:32	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 50	47:42	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 51	7:53	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 52	10:19	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 53, Part 1	49:32	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 53, Part 2	46:46	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 53, Part 3	47:41	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 54	45:24	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 55	25:51	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 56	22:56	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 57	7:11	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 58	25:41	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 59	17:16	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 60	47:55	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 61	44:24	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 62	8:39	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 63	24:33	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 64	8:25	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 65	4:31	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 66	8:20	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 67	4:16	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 68	5:57	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 69	12:01	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 70	6:46	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 71	5:07	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 72	49:01	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 73	11:42	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 74	33:42	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 75	9:42	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 76	13:47	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 77	16:34	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 78	15:44	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 79	8:32	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 80	9:06	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 81	5:30	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 82	32:39	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 83	14:49	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 84	7:41	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 85	9:10	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 86	9:29	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 87	17:41	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 88	10:56	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 89	10:49	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 90	12:24	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 91	54:45	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 92	28:17	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 93	31:56	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 94	35:25	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 95	34:49	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 96, Part 1	41:23	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 96, Part 2	46:24	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 97	4:17	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 98	2:20	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 99	15:59	Gelesen von Tom Denholm
Chapter 100	5:25	Gelesen von Tom Denholm

Bewertungen

Superb !!

(5 stars)

Susan

Excellently written tale of adventure, faith, goodness & romance. The narration was perfect !! The voice of the reader was made for this story ! I cannot imagine it better read by anyone else !

Great book great reader

(5 stars)

joe

Love this recording

(4 stars)

Granny G

Long but that's no criticism. Lots of historical detail and characters so drawn as to have me wondering about them when not centre stage. I regretted my lack of Latin and French; however, this didn't seriously mar the story. Fluent and expressively read. Many thanks.

(5 stars)

Stephen Lowe

Laughter, angst, tears, love, treachery and betrayal are hallmarks of every age. This charming and exciting book is beyond a gem. Well read and content quite appealing.