From Library Journal
A&E's popular "Biography" series makes a successful transition to the audiobook format in these four new releases. Each audiobook is narrated by Jack Perkins and features interviews, music, and, where applicable, archived clips of the subject. Each biography offers a careful examination of the subject's life as well as a historical account of the times during which each person lived. In comparing the video and audiobook versions of Jesus: His Life, it is evident that A&E has not merely released the soundtrack of the TV episode on audiocassette. For instance, in the video version, when a historian is interviewed, his or her name, affiliation, and title are shown on the screen. In the audio version, Perkins relays this information. Also not included in the audio release are the long musical segments that are accompanied on TV by a series of visual images. All such revisions to the soundtrack are smoothly done, resulting in a high-quality production. Music and sound effects add atmosphere, especially the haunting music featured in the Nostradamus biography and the battle sound effects on the Patton tape. Audio clips of President Truman are very effectively incorporated here, especially his announcement of the bombing of Japan. These productions are highly recommended for all biography collections.?Beth Farrell, Portage Cty. Dist. Lib., Ohio
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Product Description
Get swept into the mysterious world of the "Prophet of Doom" with haunting music and effects.
Biography audiobook, approx. 45 mins.
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