Audiobooks narrated by Geoffrey Banks

Honoré De Balzac: Pere Goriot, The Black Sheep & more: Four BBC Radio Full-Cast Dramatisations

"Stunning all-star adaptations of Balzac’s finest works This brilliant collection of France’s foremost nineteenth-century novelist and playwright delivers four of his most fascinating works - stories of love, rivalry, horror and adventure - all brought to life by a stellar cast including Stephen Fry and Alex Kingston. A huge influence on many of the most famous writers from Proust to Kerouac to Dickens, Balzac delivers beautifully observed and complex characters with an unsurpassed attention to the details of society at the time, making him an exemplary of realism in European literature. Pere Goriot - Dramatised in four parts, this is the story of Eugene, who has discovered that the mysterious Pere Goriot has two daughters who could provide the key to his entry into Parisian society… Starring Stephen Fry as the author Balzac and Alex Kingston as Delphine. Ursule Mirouet (The Inheritance) - 74 year old Dr Minoret has returned to live out his final days in his home town. His grasping nephews and nieces eagerly await his demise but the good doctor seems to favour his charming young ward, Ursule. What lengths are his family prepared to go to secure their inheritance? Starring Elizabeth Cassidy in the title role of this three-part production. The Mysterious Mansion - A grisly tale set in La Grande Breteche, the ruins of an abandoned house and neglected garden. Balzac is determined to uncover the story behind its tragic secrets… David Calder stars as the author. The Black Sheep - Balzac’s classic tale of family rivalry set in 19th-century France. Philippe Bridau returns from the battle of Waterloo and steals from his mother to finance his gambling habit. It's left to his brother Joseph to rescue the family from destitution, but at what cost? Can he betray his own sibling? Geoffrey Whitehead leads the cast in the role of narrator. A wonderful collection from a superb author, performed by a stunning cast, this is a must listen for any fan of classic literature. Cast and credits Written by Honoré De Balzac Pere Goriot Featuring: Stephen Fry, Douglas Hodge, David Ross, Geoffrey Banks, Alex Kingston, Noreen Kershaw, Ian Mercer, Romy Baskerville, John Griffin, Clare Dow, Barbara Marten, Paul Broughton, Robin Polley Dramatised by David Hopkins Directed by Kate Rowland First Broadcast BBC Radio 4, 12 Sep 1992 Ursule Mirouet (The Inheritance) Featuring: Margot Boyd, Ronald Herdman, Alan Devereux, Patricia Gallimore, Haydn Jones, Sean Barrett, Stephen Thorne, Terry Molloy, Edward Kelsey, Patricia Gibson, Denys Hawthorne, Elizabeth Cassidy, Penelope Shaw, Geoffrey Matthews, Alexander John Dramatised by Joan O’Connor Directed by Roger Pine First Broadcast BBC Radio 4, 13 Apr 1980 The Mysterious Mansion Featuring: David Calder, Dorien Thomas, Dillwyn Owen, Tessa Gearing, Christopher Grimes, Marilyn Le Conte, Nigel Carrington, Manon Edwards, Alan Towner Dramatised by Peter Mackie Directed by David Hunter First Broadcast BBC Radio 4, 7 Oct 1993 The Black Sheep Featuring: Geoffrey Whitehead, Matthew Pidgeon, Briony McRoberts, Thomas Arnold, Alan Cox, Timothy Bateson, Lucy Paterson, Christian Rodska, Colette O'Neil, Jon Glover, Nyasha Hatendi, Chris Pavlo Dramatised by Chris Nolan Directed by Bruce Young First Broadcast BBC Radio 4, 17 Aug 2008 ©2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Honoré De Balzac (Author), Alex Kingston, David Calder, David Ross, Denys Hawthorne, Dorien Thomas, Douglas Hodge, Elizabeth Cassidy, Full Cast, Geoffrey Banks, Geoffrey Whitehead, Matthew Pidgeon, Ronald Herdman, Stephen Fry, Thomas Arnold (Narrator)

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Hope Lies Ahead: Encouragement for Parents of Prodigals from a Family That's Been There

"No prodigal is beyond the reach of God. Do you have a child who has walked away from Jesus? Or have you walked away from Him yourself? Hope Lies Ahead captures the candid journey of a prodigal son's return, written from the unique perspective of both the father who prayed and the son who struggled. Told together, their story will encourage you through the honesty of their pain and their compelling experience of God's redemption. Amid the heartache of watching his teenage son self-destruct and the realization that all he could do was pray, pastor James Banks wrote the popular book Prayers for Prodigals. At a low point, Geoffrey Banks recognized that life could be better, and he sensed Jesus calling him back. Now, Hope Lies Ahead tells the powerful story of God's faithfulness to answer prayer and of the healing found in Him. No matter what you're struggling with-whether it's you or a child who has abandoned faith or faces addiction or prison-you are not alone. There is hope in Jesus, who makes all things new."

Geoffrey Banks, James Banks (Author), Geoffrey Banks, James Banks (Narrator)

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Tales from the Arabian Nights: A BBC Radio 4 Drama

"Seven of Shahrazad's stories of love, magic and mystery - plus bonus documentary A collection of fabulous tales of genies, heroes, flying carpets and fantastic voyages, The Arabian Nights has enchanted generations of children and adults. Forged in the Islamic Golden Age, it was brought to Europe in the 18th Century, where it became an instant sensation. Included here are seven full-cast dramatisations, starring Carolyn Backhouse as Shahrazad and Derek Jacobi as the King, as well as a bonus edition of In Our Time exploring the story behind the tales. Ghanim, the Thrall of Love - To escape the executioner's sword, Shahrazad beguiles the King with a spellbinding tale of love, jealousy, betrayal - and a magic drum. The Ebony Horse - The magical story of a handsome prince, a beautiful princess, and a remarkable wooden horse. The Three Suitors - When Jamilla's lover is thrown in prison, she devises a cunning plan to free him, involving a carpenter, a magistrate, a bogus camel-cleaner, and a wardrobe... The Ninth Pedestal - Prince Zain inherits eight valuable statues - but the ninth is missing. He goes on a quest to find it - but what he discovers is beyond price... Homza's Dance - The hunt for a lost arrow leads Prince Ahmed into an amazing adventure of sorcery and transformation. The Hunchback - A series of bizarre accidents befall an eccentric cast of characters in a tale that's full of twists and turns. The Dream of Baba Abdullah - In a final attempt to save her life, Shahrazad invites the king to enter the final story with her - or return alone... In Our Time: The Arabian Nights - Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the myths, tales and legends of this ever-shifting sea of stories. Cast and credits Adapted by Colin Haydn Evans Directed by Nigel Bryant Music: Sue Harris and Steafan Hannigan Starring Carolyn Backhouse as Shahrazad and Derek Jacobi as the King. Ghanim, the Thrall of Love Wazir - Simon Carter Ghanim - Michael Lumsden Leila - Moir Leslie Caliph - Duncan Law Rahil - Mary Wimbush Slave - Richard O'Ryan Old Man - Geoffrey Banks The Ebony Horse Kamar - James Telfer The Sage - Roger Hume Shams - Teresa Gallagher Kamar's father - John Baddeley The Three Suitors Jamilla - Rachel Atkins Hassan - William Chubb Faris - Geoffrey Banks Gaoler - Michael Mears Magistrate - Philip Anthony Carpenter - John Baddeley Shahrazad's father - Simon Carter The Ninth Pedestal Prince Zain - James Telfer Moubarak - John Baddeley Genie - Steve Hodson Maysun -Teresa Gallagher Homza's Dance Ahmed - James Telfer Peri Banou - Rachel Atkins Sultan - Philip Anthony Sorceress - Mary Wimbush Hussein - Steve Hodson The Hunchback Tailor - Harry Landis Tailor's wife - Maria Charles Doctor's wife - Mary Wimbush Doctor - Philip Anthony Seamstress - Kate Binchy Christian - John Baddeley Watchman - Jonathan Owen Magistrate - Maurice Denham Hunchback - Tania Ison The Dream of Baba Abdullah Baba Abdullah - Daniel Strauss Dervish - Geoffrey Banks In Our Time Presented by Melvyn Bragg With Robert Irwin, Marina Warner and Gerard van Gelder Produced by James Cook © 2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Colin Haydn Evans (Author), Carolyn Backhouse, Derek Jacobi, Full Cast, Geoffrey Banks, James Tefler, John Baddeley, Mary Wimbush, Philip Anthony, Rachel Atkins, Simon Carter, Teresa Gallagher (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Geoffrey Banks