War of the Worlds - Part 2 Chapter 2

War of the Worlds - Part 2 Chapter 2

Author: David Clarke June 25, 2022 Duration: 24:22

Part 2 Chapter 2 - In which our narrator has a unique opportunity to observe the Martians from close up and provide a reliable account of these extraordinary creatures.


David Clarke, an acclaimed narrator known for his work with Librivox, lends his voice to the timeless pages of classic literature in Opera Vox Audiobooks. The title itself is a clue to the experience: 'Opera' for the classic works, 'Vox' for the voice that carries them. This podcast is a dedicated space for serialized readings, where novels unfold chapter by chapter in a clear, engaging performance. Each episode is a continuation of a journey, whether through the intricate social webs of a nineteenth-century novel or the adventurous landscapes of a foundational work of fiction. Subscribing means following a book to its conclusion, without missing an installment. Clarke’s narration aims to be more than a recitation; it’s an interpretation that honors the author’s original text while making it accessible for modern ears. The focus remains firmly on the works themselves, delivered in a straightforward, audio-book style format. Listener input on future selections is welcomed, adding a collaborative dimension to the curated library. For anyone seeking a calm, consistent voice to guide them through literature’s great stories, this podcast offers a regular and reliable retreat into the world of words.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

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War of the Worlds - Chapter 15 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:47
Chapter 15 - What Had Happened in Surrey. In which we now hear news of the overnight events in Surrey, the county on the outskirts of London and the activities of the Martians as they near the Capital.
War of the Worlds - Chapter 14 (Full Version) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:09
Chapter 14 - In London, apologies for the first version of this chapter, which, for some reason was cut off in mid sentence! The narrator's brother relates his experiences in London, where the arrival of the Martians has…
War of the Worlds - Chapter 12 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:03
Chapter 12 - What I Saw of the Destruction of Weybridge and Shepperton - In which we are regaled with a graphic description of the actions of the Martians in a first hand account of the ensuing carnage.
War of the Worlds - Chapter 10 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:46
Chapter 10 - In the Storm - In which our narrator proceeds on his journey back to his house in Maybury Hill and encounters a storm and other more disturbing developments.
War of the Worlds - Chapter 9 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:04
Chapter 9 - In which the the British military gather around the Martian crash site, ready to take them on in battle. Later in the day our narrator realizes that it is time to leave home and escape the coming conflict
War of the Worlds - Chapter 8 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:14
Chapter 8 - Friday Night, in which our narrator paints a picture of the events of Friday night on the common and the reaction of those in the nearby towns.
War of the Worlds Chapter 6 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:53
Chapter 6 - In which our narrator recounts the latest events on the common and the aftermath of the shocking Martian aggression
War of the Worlds Chapter 5 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:30
Chapter 5 - In which the onlookers who stayed to observe the strange sight on the common were finally shown something of the Martians' intentions for their visit to Earth.
War of the Worlds Chapter 4 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:07
Chatper 4 - In which the mysterious entity that has landed on the common finally reveals its contents and the crowds that have gathered realise this is no normal meteorite.
War of the Worlds Chapter 3 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:58
Chapter 3 - In which the corwds begin to gather at the site of the mysterious meteorite, and the experts start to examine the unusual cylinder and the faint sounds from within.