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Benjamin Button

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Michael Scott
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Ratings
Book
316
Narrator
99
Release Date
October 30, 2005
Duration
1 hour 7 minutes
Summary
While most of us worry about the steady onslaught of old age, Benjamin Button had a much more odious dilemma. Benjamin was born, in all appearance, as an old man. Follow the pleasurable tale of his life as he grapples with the problem of constantly getting younger.

Note: While the movie by the same name, starring Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchette, featured spectacular visual effects, it was only loosely based on the short story and actually only seems to maintain the concept of a man aging in reverse direction. Don't be surprised to find an entirely different story in the original work by F. Scott Fitzgerald.
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Profile Avatar Anonymous Jan 2020

Good book and great narration

Profile Avatar Kelly W Dec 2017

The narrator was a good fit for the story. The way he read made the story come more alive.

Profile Avatar Miss Cazzy Bee Jan 2023

I really enjoyed this short story and listened to it in one sitting. The narrator was fantastic and gave the book just the right amount of emphasis and emotion. I would definitely recommend this title.

Profile Avatar Uncle Joe Oct 2022

The narration good although the book is different from the movie, I like the book a little better I was, however, disappointed in the fact that the book didn’t seem to have an end, but I guess that’s just Scotts Fitzgerald way of writing

Profile Avatar Anonymous Jan 2020

Loved it! Didn't like the film at all. This, the original story, provokes much thought as well as providing a hint of the social history of the time it was written in. I highly recommend this.

Profile Avatar Christine E Oct 2017

It was nice little story

Profile Avatar Anonymous Feb 2025

The story was humorous and touching. I enjoyed it much more than I anticipated. The narrator did a great job!

Profile Avatar Super Mommio Jun 2023

I’m not really sure what to think of this story! It is very creative, that’s for sure

Profile Avatar Anonymous Mar 2023

A wonderful short story giving the reader an opportunity to think outside the box n accept people as they are. We’re all prejudiced in one way or another and sadly stories like this creates even more prejudice sunless the reader opens their mind and hearts. A good read.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Oct 2022

Well voiced- good short story

Profile Avatar Pearl P. Jun 2022

Whilst I loved the film, the original work is fabulous! The Narrator brought it all to life.

Profile Avatar Anonymous May 2021

Very interesting to know the actual story Fitzgerald write. Lots of differences but both the book abs the movie are thought provoking and powerful.

The story was intriguing and possibly the era in which it was written made it even more difficult to fully engage with today. The strange phenomenon going on with the main character might have been fascinating if more deeply developed.

Profile Avatar Bryann Lee Apr 2021

The narrator was good. He wasn't droning on, although it did definitely sound better sped up. The story was amazing.

Profile Avatar Jo Nugent Jan 2021

Great idea for a story, however bizarre

Profile Avatar Anonymous Jan 2021

I enjoyed listening to this. It keeps one interested. Only regret is that it was so short

Profile Avatar Anonymous Nov 2020

The story was overall good, just a bit different than I expected

Profile Avatar Monica S. Sep 2020

This book was clumsily written with lots of plot holes. Characters were 2 dimensional and unbelievable. Watch the movie instead it!

Profile Avatar Donald M. Apr 2020

Did not care for this story. I do like the author but not this story.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Apr 2020

Strange little story. Nothing like the movie.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Mar 2020

I really enjoyed the sound and subtle strength in his voice but also a soft and exciting tone. Appreciated and enjoyed

Profile Avatar Anonymous Jan 2020

Excellent narration by Michael Scott. I loved the story.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Aug 2019

Started with an engaging fairy tale quality, but slowly took on a more serious note. It left me wondering whether the author was simply taking his tale to its logical conclusion or if there was a “message “ that I somehow missed. Definitely thought provoking.

Profile Avatar George S. Mar 2019

Narrator was great for the story, but story itself was not as good as how I expected it to be. I didn't feel as sympathetic towards Benjamin. I actually felt more empathetic towards his father. If you want a quick read for an hour car ride or something, this is great. But to hear something to evoke some emotions, this is not the type of read for that. Either way, if you liked the book or not, the movie was fantastic-highly recommend.

Profile Avatar Christa B. Dec 2018

Cool story

Profile Avatar Philip H. Jul 2018

Cute short story, that would have been a better full length book with more detail. The author had a great premise that was wasted with mediocre writing. Book didn't elicit enough sympathy or empathy for Benjamin's situations. The movie was better.

Profile Avatar Janine LaCroix Jan 2017

Quick read. This had quite an unexpected story line and outcome. I enjoyed it as a short story.

Profile Avatar Brianne Schmitt Aug 2016

An interesting concept. I enjoyed the pace and sound of the narrator. A nice quick listen.

Profile Avatar Esther Rodriguez Jun 2016

Book is not as exciting as the movie . It read fast so there was not a lot of meat in it

Profile Avatar Mary Later Oct 2015

This was very short and perfect for a short drive. A very fun listen.

Profile Avatar Nicole O'Hara Aug 2015

Curious case of Benjamin Button by FS Fitzgerald - Worthwhile, quick read

Profile Avatar Rachel Wang Jun 2015

I didn't expect to enjoy this book so much. I had this dramatic perception from the Hollywood movie, but this book was different from that. It started off humorously, and I love how Benjamin still lived with dignity and confidence during his early days. The end of the book still ends nicely and peacefully as he slowly grows younger and younger. A great short story by Fitzgerald!

Benjamin Button

Benjamin Button

Author: F. Scott Fitzgerald
Read by: Michael Scott
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