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An Instance of the Fingerpost
- Narrated by: Gareth Armstrong, Roger May, Christopher Oxford, David McAlister
- Length: 28 hrs and 54 mins
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Summary
Set in Oxford in the 1660s – a time and place of great intellectual, scientific, religious and political ferment – this remarkable novel centres around a young woman, Sarah Blundy, who stands accused of the murder of Robert Grove, a fellow of New College. Four witnesses describe the events surrounding his death: Marco da Cola, a Venetian Catholic intent on claiming credit for the invention of blood transfusion; Jack Prescott, the son of a supposed traitor to the Royalist cause, determined to vindicate his father; John Wallis, chief cryptographer to both Cromwell and Charles 1l a mathematician, theologican and inveterate plotter; and Anthony Wood, the famous Oxford antiquary. Each one tells their version of what happened but only one reveals the extraordinary truth.
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- David H.
- 01-04-23
Well researched, written, narrated
An excellent story, filled with historical detail and great atmosphere. As an audiobook (brilliantly narrated), it requires much concentration to keep track of the many events and characters. Relieved to have finally reached the end. Emphatically illustrates the vital importance of separating religion and state.
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- Giuseppe Faraoni
- 06-01-20
Wonderful
Really enjoyed it. You a great read and very well performed. Very well done Audible👍
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- Gina J
- 30-05-23
Excellent throughout
I first read this in 1997, when recommended by someone from Oxford. I enjoyed it, but truthfully I had forgotten most of the plot by the time I listened to this audiobook. Loved it. The story is inventive and well-narrated in four different voices. I never lost interest and I was swept along by the performances. I was trained as an historian and worked as a librarian, and found myself (quietly) shouting 'yes' when points from both disciplines were discussed. (Yes, I know I have no life!!) Great plot, led me to look at other aspects of the period, which I thought I knew well. It's a long listen and complex, but I can recommend it.
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- A. Maclennan
- 23-12-12
An instance of the fingerpost
There is very rarely an historic novel that grabs. This is mine. From start to finish. All either real or feasible for the time in history and brilliantly narrated. There are some books I love but can't listen to the narrator, this was perfect! I would recommend to anyone because there is something from all the characters that would appeal.
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- The Book Thief
- 21-08-17
Excellent!
An amazing story told in a very ingenious way. It has definitely inspired me to read more from this author.
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- brenda miller
- 21-11-21
A new road to follow
At first I found the modern prose style confusing but when I got used to thoroughly enjoyed the story at all levels. I have bought another book by this writer which I am saving for my Christmas read!
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- Emily Senior
- 29-12-22
Brilliant
For those who love history combined with detective fiction, this book is a jewel. Loved it.
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- paul limmer
- 26-01-16
Nice twists in the story.
Enjoyed the story. Good narration and liked the sneaky twists and turns . . .
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- Mark Chapman
- 25-12-23
One of my favourites.
A nice gentleman gave me a copy of this book some 20 years ago and it has remained one of my favourite novels that I have ever read. it has mystery, intrigue, politics, murder and much much more. It really is a tour de force.
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- Jane
- 26-03-13
Strange but quite compelling
This was not what I was expecting at all - although I was mildly disappointed at first, it grew on me! My history is far from good so I do not know if the historical facts were indeed accurate, but as the story progressed there were several twists and turns that I did not see coming - and that does not happen very often!
A good storyline that became more appealing as it progressed - worth reading especially if you want something a little different from the normal murder mystery.
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