The Good Doctor of Warsaw Audiobook
The Good Doctor of Warsaw is an unabridged English audiobook by Elisabeth Gifford, narrated by Peter Noble. Set in Nazi-occupied Warsaw, it follows Misha and Sophia and Dr Korczak as they care for children in the ghetto.
At a glance
- Historical novel set in Nazi-occupied Warsaw, centred on Misha, Sophia, Dr Korczak and children in the Warsaw ghetto.
- Unabridged narration runs for 8 hours and 58 minutes.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The unabridged format preserves the full audiobook edition rather than an abridgement.
- Customer feedback describes the story as moving, thought-provoking and hard to put down.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 8 hours and 58 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Author | Elisabeth Gifford |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Peter Noble |
| Publisher | W. F. Howes Ltd |
| Publication date | 1 Feb. 2018 |
What to know before buying
- The listing describes emotionally intense material, including the persecution of people in the Warsaw ghetto and threats to the children in Dr Korczak’s care.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners seeking historical fiction set in wartime Warsaw.
- Those who prefer an unabridged, English-language audiobook with a stated runtime.
Less suited to
- Listeners looking for light or emotionally undemanding fiction.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback is strongly positive about the moving, engaging story and its writing, with listeners describing it as thought-provoking and emotionally affecting. That response may suit buyers seeking immersive historical fiction, but the reported emotional intensity is worth considering if difficult wartime themes are not a good fit.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the writing as well-crafted and the story as moving and engaging.
- Feedback also characterises the book as thought-provoking, inspiring and difficult to put down.
Frequently asked questions
Who wrote and narrates The Good Doctor of Warsaw?
The listing names Elisabeth Gifford as the author and Peter Noble as the narrator.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 8 hours and 58 minutes.
Is this an abridged edition?
The listing identifies the version as unabridged.
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