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The Didomenico Fragment
- Narrated by: John Lithgow
- Length: 1 hr and 47 mins
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The Didomenico Fragment
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Publisher's Summary
From the New York Times best-selling author of A Gentleman in Moscow and Rules of Civility comes a stylish and alluring new story about art, money, and a precious family heirloom - brought magically to life by the beloved voice of six-time Emmy-winner John Lithgow.
Like many well-to-do Upper East Siders over the age of 65, esteemed art appraiser Percival Skinner had planned to spend his retirement living off his savings. But a market correction has left him living below his prior means. One day he’s visited by a dapper fixer in search of a famous work by the Renaissance master Giuseppe Didomenico. Skinner knows the work well: The original was owned by his ancestor, and was passed down through his family over the generations. If, as an intermediary, he can coordinate a sale, a small fortune awaits. Problem is, he might not be the only one on the make.
Told with the quixotic energy of a classic Henry James tale and the gleeful absurdity of drawing-room comedy, this playful and effortlessly heartwarming story from one of America’s most gifted writers is a welcome reminder that sometimes what we find is more valuable than what we are looking for.
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- Tim L
- 30-05-2022
A wonderfully whimsical tale
I loved A Gentleman in Moscow, and this short story captured my imagination just as well. Amor Towles is a first rate storyteller. John Lithgow brought it to life in the most delightful way. The twist at the end is beautifully delivered.
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- virginia w.
- 13-10-2021
The Didomenico Fragment is a little gem.
An ingenious, engaging story. It is unmistakably Amor Towles.
a wonderful reading by John Lithgow.
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- Anonymous User
- 28-06-2022
Brilliant
Having enjoyed every word of A Gentleman in Moscow, I was very happy to find this short story on audible. John Lithgow personifies the protagonist and reads with such enjoyment. I loved this and am now hunting for the next Amor Towles.
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- Robert
- 02-03-2022
Great story
This was a lovely story and wonderfully read by John Lithgow. I really enjoyed it.
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- Layla Sacker
- 24-08-2022
A joy to listen to
This was a delight . John Lithgow as narrator was brilliant … giving the text such added pleasure . It was wonderful . Amor Towles is a marvelous storyteller
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- Anonymous User
- 27-12-2022
A little gem
All of Amor Towles published works are excellent and this is no exception. A little gem, only available on Audible.
John Lithgow's reading is also first rate. Not to be missed.
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- Ace
- 12-04-2024
John Lithgow
Short and sweet! Love the references of history past and not so long ago. Worth a listen while you’re preparing dinner!
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- Hayley
- 18-09-2021
Pure fun
This was a joy to listen to. Uncle Percy as a character was larger than life, similar to the Count in A Gentleman in Moscow. I was beaming from ear to ear throughout the incredible narration done by John Lithgow. Art, character, excellent prose and delivered all in a short story.
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- Anonymous User
- 30-11-2022
fantastico
so much love for this little gem. every word written & narrated was fabulous
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- Exactly what I was looking for
- 19-05-2023
Loved it as much as Gentleman in Moscow
A clever and beautiful little story, where everyone gets not what they thought they wanted, but what fulfills them even more.
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