Narrator Charles Pittard's understated presentation is ideal for the larger-than-life subject of this excellent biography. Hilburn presents Cash as the outstanding man he was but also notes his weaknesses and his ability to pick himself up with his greatness little diminished. Fascinating tidbits are sprinkled throughout—one example: June Carter’s relationship to Johnny can be viewed as “an early country equivalent” of Yoko Ono’s with John Lennon; both became power couples in their musical worlds. Pittard's down-home delivery style adds to the insider feeling—listeners can almost HEAR Cash himself sharing his observations and insights. Other highlights include glimpses of Cash's religious faith and his tender relationship with June, readings from his diaries, and his annual New Year's reflections. Audio enhances Cash's remarkable life story, making him seem more true to life.
Pub Date: Oct. 29, 2013
Duration: 21 hrs, 45 mins
DD ISBN: 9781478925095
Publisher: Hachette Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
James Michener tells the real stories behind the man and his books. The recording is read with skill and consistency although the reader does little to enhance the robust, larger-than-life incidents related in the book. Due to the first-person narrative format, there is no opportunity for the narrator to change his voice. This makes some chapters monotonous as they go on and on in the typical Michener style. The listener may also become confused because the stories are not told chronologically. This is not a great choice for the audio format, but Michener fans may stick with it to the end.
Pub Date: N/A
Duration: 22 hrs
Publisher: Books on Tape
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
In a quest for a sense of inner contentment and self-worth, Gloria Steinem brings the reader on a journey of investigation and discovery. Steinem reads the text herself in a straightforward and friendly, but not intimate, presentation which is so easy to listen to it invites repetition--thus ensuring the painless relearning of the lessons of the book. It's difficult to tell from the reading that this audiobook is abridged; each section can stand alone. Nonetheless, the listener wished the book were unabridged. Steinem left me wanting to learn more.
Pub Date: N/A
Duration: 3 hrs
Publisher: Dove Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
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