Uncle Tom's Cabin (version 2)


Read by Larraine Paquette

(4.6 stars; 58 reviews)

This is a deeply moving novel centered around the lives of Uncle Tom and others and which very effectively portrays the suffering caused by the practice of slavery in the American South, prior to and during the time of the Civil War.

It also provides a fascinating character study of a wide variety of people, including various slave owners, families of slave owners, traders, bystanders, the slaves themselves, and participants in the underground railroad. On one hand there is the ignorance, false mindsets, indifference and even blatant cruelty and abuse on the part of some, and on the other hand there is great love and compassion and sacrifice on the part of others. This was the best-selling novel of the 19th Century and is said to have helped fuel the cause of the abolitionists. (Summary by Larraine Paquette and Wikipedia) (21 hr 2 min)

Chapters

In Which the Reader is Introduced to a Man of Humanity 26:33 Read by Larraine Paquette
The Mother 8:40 Read by Larraine Paquette
The Husband and Father 13:56 Read by Larraine Paquette
An Evening in Uncle Tom's Cabin 32:20 Read by Larraine Paquette
Showing the Feelings of Living Property on Changing Owners 24:35 Read by Larraine Paquette
Discovery 27:05 Read by Larraine Paquette
The Mother's Struggle 35:06 Read by Larraine Paquette
Eliza's Escape 42:37 Read by Larraine Paquette
In Which It Appears That a Senator is But a Man 44:29 Read by Larraine Paquette
The Property is Carried Off 26:57 Read by Larraine Paquette
In Which Property Gets into an Improper State of Mind 36:27 Read by Larraine Paquette
Select Incident of Lawful Trade 46:26 Read by Larraine Paquette
The Quaker Settlement 24:10 Read by Larraine Paquette
Evangeline 27:07 Read by Larraine Paquette
Of Tom's New Master, and Various Other Matters 44:32 Read by Larraine Paquette
Tom's Mistress and Her Opinions 52:28 Read by Larraine Paquette
The Freeman's Defence 43:56 Read by Larraine Paquette
Miss Ophelia's Experiences and Opinions 44:34 Read by Larraine Paquette
Miss Ophelia's Experiences and Opinions Continued 57:05 Read by Larraine Paquette
Topsy 42:19 Read by Larraine Paquette
Kentuck 13:26 Read by Larraine Paquette
"The Grass Withereth- the Flower Fadeth" 19:29 Read by Larraine Paquette
Henrique 20:23 Read by Larraine Paquette
Foreshadowings 18:14 Read by Larraine Paquette
The Little Evangelist 13:53 Read by Larraine Paquette
Death 35:55 Read by Larraine Paquette
"This is the Last of Earth" 21:01 Read by Larraine Paquette
Reunion 39:00 Read by Larraine Paquette
The Unprotected 21:05 Read by Larraine Paquette
The Slave Warehouse 27:49 Read by Larraine Paquette
The Middle Passage 17:34 Read by Larraine Paquette
Dark Places 22:45 Read by Larraine Paquette
Cassy 21:02 Read by Larraine Paquette
The Quadroon's Story 32:51 Read by Larraine Paquette
The Tokens 18:30 Read by Larraine Paquette
Emmeline and Cassy 18:58 Read by Larraine Paquette
Liberty 19:34 Read by Larraine Paquette
The Victory 31:05 Read by Larraine Paquette
The Stratagem 30:25 Read by Larraine Paquette
The Martyr 20:48 Read by Larraine Paquette
The Young Master 18:25 Read by Larraine Paquette
An Authentic Ghost Story 17:49 Read by Larraine Paquette
Results 22:26 Read by Larraine Paquette
The Liberator 10:35 Read by Larraine Paquette
Concluding Remarks 27:48 Read by Larraine Paquette

Reviews

Extraordinary novel. Beautifully written.


(5 stars)

This is a must-read/listen novel. It is beautifully written. The author has a phenomenal command of the English language. Her writing is absolutely brilliant. She’s a creative genius. This story powerfully illustrates the horrors of slavery and conflicting views on it. It’s an amazing look at the psychological, religious and philosophical loopholes that permitted slavery to thrive in our country for so many years. The reader has a pleasant voice though tends to be monotonal and misprounces a lot of words.

Well, No Wonder!


(5 stars)

Yes! No wonder this story was not required reading in our public schools. It is very sorrowful and revealing about our human nature. I am impressed with the persuasive story telling of Mrs. Stowe and her reasoned arguments for logical thinking and obedience to Godly principals.

Thank you Larraine Paquette


(4.5 stars)

I'm trying to give 5 stars but the app insists on 4.5 :( Outstanding reading. Strong book.


(5 stars)

Beautiful, powerfull, life changing work by author, Prof . Stowe. Excellent treatment by Ms Pquette as the Reader

Great Reading!


(5 stars)

A good, clear, consistent reading.

Overlook


(5 stars)

if you were mind to, you could overlook the language which is used. particularly the N word. you will find in the context of this book great faith. A wonderful people that tried their best to overcome the horrors of slavery. You will also hear the triumphs of the oppressed. It's history! I don't think a blind eye should be turned to this. I think it should be taught with both sides views and comments. That is just what Harriet Beecher Stowe was trying to accomplish Yes, I do think the N word needs to be omitted. You are, however doing the world an injustice by banning this literary accomplishment! People already know what slavery is, "unfortunately" let us not turn a blind eye to history lest we repeat it!

Fantastic


(5 stars)

This reader was awesome. The intonation and inflection really brought the story alive for me. I felt like I was "right there"! I have always wanted to read this book and I am so thankful for Librivox and its lovely cast of readers! Thank you Larraine! Thank you Librivox!

like the tongue


(5 stars)

easy to follow