THE HISTORY OF SOUND Stories

The stories in this audiobook collection have subjects as wide as the list of narrators is long, and the result is excellent. All the titles--based in New England and spanning centuries--create their own world, yet connections both clear and subtle link them beautifully. There is not a weak performance, and each narrator is perfectly suited to his or her story. "Radiolab: Singularities," with its multiple narrators, makes great use of the audio format. Whether it's Zachary Chastain's outstanding dialogue in "August in the Forest," or Nick Offerman's ominous "Journal of Thomas Thurber," or some other work, each title leaves a distinct emotional impression. Thanks to every narrator's phrasing and pace, the layers within these stories add dimension without confusion or bulk. The result is a truly transporting experience. L.B.F. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award © AudioFile 2024, Portland, Maine [Published: JULY 2024]