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The Signature of All Things
- Narrated by: Juliet Stevenson
- Length: 21 hrs and 43 mins
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Summary
Bloomsbury presents The Signature of All Things by Elizabeth Gilbert, read by Juliet Stevenson.
Shortlisted for the Wellcome Book Prize.
Longlisted for the Baileys Women's Prize for Fiction.
A captivating story of botany, exploration and desire, by the multi-million best-selling author of Eat Pray Love.
Everything about life intrigues Alma Whittaker. Her passion for botany leads her far from home, from London to Peru to Tahiti, in pursuit of that rare specimen: knowledge. But as her careful studies draw her deeper into the mysteries of evolution, she meets the man who she will come to love - whose perspective, radically different from her own, will transform the way she understands the world.
Radiating with all the heart, soul and earthiness as its unforgettable heroine, The Signature of All Things is a captivating celebration of the workings of this world, and the mechanisms behind all life.
Critic reviews
"Unlike anything else she has ever written.... Its prose has the elegant sheen of a 19th-century epic, but its concerns - the intersection of science and faith, the feminine struggle for fulfilment - are especially modern." (Steve Almond, International Herald Tribune)
"The story of Alma Whittaker’s journey of discovery has irresistible momentum." (Helen Dunmore, The Times)
"A botanical odyssey through the 19th century, global in ambition, revelling in the period's insatiable curiosity about the world...a tall tale, told with verve and wit." (Guardian)
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- Angelina Birch
- 08-09-22
I didn't want it to end
it was a really long book and I couldn't predict how it would go, I have never read anything like this in my life. I was intrigued, moved, surprised znd really grateful to have read it. its huge, it's mesmerising znd I would recommend it to anyone looking for depth, meaning, strangeness just wonderful reading xxx
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- Julia Figa-Saldana
- 18-07-22
Master piece
Absolutely stunning book, page turner from beginning to end - don’t read in advance about what the book is about, just plunge into it and let yourself go into and through this journey of discovery (and self- discovery)… one of the best reads ever, if possible only raised up further high by the fantastic interpretation of Juliet Stevenson
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- FJ
- 11-05-23
Most enjoyable
Surprises galore in this book which covers a wide variety of topics and life experiences, superbly read by Juliette Stevenson although her Dutch (which I am reliable informed is a tricky language for the British) could do with a little help.
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- Sallyanne McCrory
- 07-06-23
glad I stuck with it!
what a beautifully written book. I love Elizabeth Gilbert and although this book was not something I would have normally gone for, I'm glad I stuck with it. I just couldn't stop listening to it. it took a few chapters to get into it but once I did, I was not disappointed. Excellent narration too!
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- Amazon Customer
- 08-01-24
A book I'll never forget
Exceptionally beautiful. The best description of an orgasm and the love of the natural world that I can imagine. It won't be for everyone and I suspect more suitable for mature readers and deep thinkers. But if you come across this book at the right time it will make a lasting connection.
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- K. Sewell
- 30-11-23
Surprising coming from Eat, Pray, Love
I was astonished at the skillful writing of Gilbert. I found Eat Pray Love entertaining but quite fluffy.
This is a long read, sometimes frustrating as we come to identify with the main character, and want her to act differently. It has some magical qualities I got lost in, and there were a number of things to learn from.
Juliet Stevenson is as always a superb reader and a pleasure to listen to
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- ciril
- 24-03-24
Wonderful story of life
I liked everything about this compelling story. The historic references were great and Juliet Stevenson brought the characters to life.
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- Ellie Rose
- 23-12-22
Brilliant in every way
Fascinating story, wonderful characters, great protagonist, and Juliet Stevenson gives her usual top class performance. Probably the best book I listened to this year,
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- Philippa
- 13-11-22
Lots of stories in one.
I was a bit bored fir a while after first part but then I really enjoyed it. It’s worth staying with. The vast knowledge the author has on so many subjects is
quite remarkable. It’s a long haul tour. I’ll definitely reread it at some point.
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- TWells
- 19-11-22
wonderful book
loved this book. pure escapism and Juliet Stevenson never disappoints as a narrator. clever, endearing and empathetic.
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