He has contributed feature articles on audio book narration to audiofile magazine. We are so grateful to the friends, family, colleagues and fans who loved and supported frank through the challenges he faced after his accident in 2001. In 2005 paul was elected to the audio publishers association board of directors. The gunslinger signed usa audio book limited edition. The dark tower audiobook free by stephen king listen.
The dark tower i by stephen king read by george guidall. The atlanta journalconstitution, the gunslinger is the first volume in the epic dark tower series. While king saw some criticism for the slow pace of 1982s the gunslinger, the book that launched this series, the drawing of the three book ii, 1987, reeled in readers with its fantastical allure. He has been delighting listeners for over 20 years, and has completed narrations for over 0 unabridged. The dark tower audiobooks listen to the full series. Best fantasy audiobook narrators best fantasy audio.
It takes a high level of talent, an appealing voice with a wide. The narration is very good with george guidall who has recorded over 900 unabridged novels fitting perfectly with the books western feel. His readings include more than this by jay mclean and captivated by you by sylvia day. Michael kramer is an award winning american audiobook narrator.
I really struggled listening to george as he told the story. An impressive work of mythic magnitude that may turn out to be stephen kings greatest literary achievement the atlanta journalconstitution, the gunslinger is the first volume in the epic dark tower series. Incorporating themes from multiple genres, including dark fantasy, science fantasy, horror, and western, it describes a gunslinger and his quest toward a tower, the nature of which is both physical and metaphorical. Muller read the first 4 books, the gunslinger, the drawing of the. This is the first books that ive listened to with steven weber. Roland travels in search of the dark tower, a mysterious, neverseen entity he believes holds the key to the worlds having moved on. Maine or montanalibrary visits and meeting audiobook devotees rank as personal highlights. Please list the narrator in the comments field when you enter your book. This is the final set we have of ths rare signed collection. Best fantasy series of all time for audiobooks best. One thing is obvious frank muller was born to read these books. Not only did this book start me on an eight book adventure, it introduced me to the world of mr. The dark tower is a series of eight books and one short story written by american author stephen king. Dark tower gunslinger by stephen king, signed abebooks.
I first read this story in its original format when i was 19. Muller read the first 4 books, the gunslinger, the drawing of the three, the waste lands, and wizard and glass and sadly died before he could read the rest. He is a haunting figure, a loner on a spellbinding journey into good and evil. I was very underwhelmed by the narrator, and the story didnt grab me or keep my attention. The gunslinger the dark tower, book 1 audio cassette.
The atlanta journalconstitution, the gunslinger is the first volume in the epic dark. Sep 12, 20 in fact, ive grown to appreciate certain narrators so much that at this point i choose my audio books based mainly on the narrator. The new narrator books 57 then rerecorded the updated book 1. Autopsy room four six stories 1997 the man in the black suit october 31, 1994 issue of the new yorker. We hope you continue to visit this site to share in our memories of him and those of. Sep 14, 2011 the narration is very good with george guidall who has recorded over 900 unabridged novels fitting perfectly with the books western feel.
Just started book 4, but it looks like my newest favorite narrator had an accident and retired. The dark tower is now a major motion picture from dreamworks starring idris elba as roland and matthew mcconaughey as the man in black in his new york times bestselling. Stephen king then went back and changedrewrote about 10% of book 1. Now a major motion picture starring matthew mcconaughey and idris elba an impressive work of mythic magnitude that may turn out to be stephen kings greatest literary achievement the. As for your questions the narrator change didnt worry me at all. Sep 21, 2004 now a major motion picture starring matthew mcconaughey and idris elba creating true narrative magic the washington post at every revelatory turn, stephen king surpasses all expectation in the stunning final volume of his sevenpart epic masterwork. Barry abrams narrated audio books at simply audiobooks. Is there anything you would change about this book. George guidall finished the series and then went back and read the revised edition of the gunslinger. Everythings eventual is a collection of 14 short stories by american writer stephen king, published in 2002. This mysterious icons power is failing, threatening everything in existence. I cant say i would change anything about the book, but rather the. Soon to be a major motion picture, stephen kings dark tower series once again takes listeners on a macabre journey as roland, midworlds last gunslinger, faces down evil in his quest to find the. Actor and audio book narrator george guidall talks about the art of audio book narration and his personal appearances around the country.
His versatility, range, and his ability to carry the listener off are tremendous. Click the az alphabet below to skip down the list by the first letter of an narrators last name. Best audio narration best performance by a narrator. Browse audio books by author name at simply audiobooks. The series centers around roland of gilead, the last gunslinger to walk the earth since the world moved on. The gunslinger is a fantasy novel by american author stephen king. Rolands ultimate goal is the dark tower, the nexus of all universes. Click the az alphabet below to skip down the list by the first letter of an narrators. There are times when different narrators read the same book.
It was a book i liked but was finding it a bit of a struggle to read at a healthy pace as it is as a bit of a daunting read to be honest. Two narrators for the dark tower audiobooks, frank muller and george guidall. Anyone listened to the entire the dark tower series. If you havent heard him read the body or the green mile or rita. Bestseller this month title az title za release date. Download the the dark tower audiobook series and listen anywhere, anytime on your iphone, android or windows device. Browse around and youll find some of the best readers, narrators, and performers of audio books. The audiobooks are narrated by two great narrators. The gunslinger is the first installment in the dark tower series, and is in my opinion, the least interesting. King has changed a few details in this rewrite of the first dark tower series novel, though the essence of rolands journey remains unchanged. The gunslinger by stephen king 2016, cd, unabridged at the best online prices at ebay. George guidall continually wins praise from publishers, authors and fans alike, for his artistry in. So who, in your opinion, are the best and worst narrators youve come. Muller was born in the netherlands, the eldest of five children.
We are so grateful to the friends, family, colleagues and fans who loved and supported frank through the. In fact, ive grown to appreciate certain narrators so much that at this point i choose my audio books based mainly on the narrator. But good as the gunslinger was the second book, the drawing of the three, saw a change of narrator as frank muller took over the reins. Library, ego2022volume1, ebook reader, e book reader, tablet, iview ebook reader, iview e book reader, 8812950, ego2033volume1, e. The dark tower series read by george guidall and frank muller. All that you love will be carried away january 29, 2001 issue of the new yorker.
It takes a high level of talent, an appealing voice with a wide dramatic range, serious acting chops and a deep understanding of the story and characters to narrate an audio book in a compelling way. An impressive work of mythic magnitude that may turn out to. Frank muller may 5, 1951 june 4, 2008 was a stage and television actor, but was most famous as an audiobook narrator. Arguably the best of the dark tower books, the gunslinger will hook you on the series. George guidall threetime audie award winner for best. Soon to be a major motion picture, stephen kings dark tower series once again takes listeners on a macabre journey as roland, midworlds last gunslinger, faces down evil in his quest to find the powerful but elusive magical edifice known as the dark tower. I enjoyed every part of this book, and was left craving more. Publishers weekly a pilgrimage that began with one lone mans quest to save multiple worlds from chaos and destruction unfolds into a tale of epic proportions. Henry prize winner, two other award winners, four stories.
The gunslinger audiobook the dark tower 1 hi, finally u r here. It describes a gunslinger and his quest toward a tower, the nature of which is both physical and metaphorical. The book is very slow to get started, and even the ending is somewhat anticlimactic, but it sets the. The dark tower i the gunslinger audiofile magazine. Muller recorded book four, wizard and glass, in 1997.
Narrators on this is a list of all the narrators that have narrated 5 or more titles on. In honor of the 2009 us release of good omens on audio audiofiles editors spoke with the narrators of neil gaiman and terry pratchett audiobooks get our newsletter. George guidall is widely recognized as the worlds most acclaimed and prolific audiobook narrator. Thank you for visiting the official site for frank muller, americas award winning audio book narrator. George guidall continually wins praise from publishers, authors and fans alike, for his artistry in bringing books of all genres to life. The graveyard book by neil gaiman, harry potter and the chamber of secrets by j. Havent read much at all besides got series and some war books. Incorporating themes from multiple genres, including dark fantasy, science fantasy, horror, and. Dont forget t share wth ur friends nd connect wth u thrugh fanpagetwitter. Jeremy york audiobooks audiobook narrator download. Th place tht u n listen fully f the gunslinger audiobook the dark tower audiobook i by stephen king. Soon to be a major motion picture starring matthew mcconaughey and idris elba. Guidall has narrated many stephen king novels, such as the gunslinger, and the dark tower series, which should speak additional volume great narrators, read great books. Roland, the last gunslinger, in a world where time has moved on, pursues his nemesis, the man in black, across a desert.
The most notable series kramer has narrated in the context of the best fantasy was. The book is very slow to get started, and even the ending is somewhat anticlimactic, but it sets the stage for this story and the world in which it takes place. When the series is over, no matter how many times i listen to the series, i feel depressed, like my dog died or something. Now a major motion picture starring matthew mcconaughey and idris elba an impressive work of mythic magnitude that may turn out to be stephen kings greatest literary achievement the atlanta journal. The dark tower is wout a doubt, the best series ive ever read or listened to. But i know a few people have commented here previously saying they found it difficult at first. I dont spend a lot of time listening to books but i love the idea of them. Get 50% off this audiobook at the audiobooksnow online audio book store and download or stream it right to your computer, smartphone or tablet. I dont know if you couldve found a better person to. Stephen king author, grover gardner narrator, random house audio publisher get audible free. Jeremy york is a lyricist and narrator of audiobooks. Im struggling listening to the gunslinger on audio book ive never read the dark tower before so if anyone could recommend what they feel is the best unabridged audio book version of it id appreciate.