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The Third Policeman

By: Flann O'Brien
Narrated by: Jim Norton
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Summary

Flann O'Brien's most popular and surrealistic novel concerns an imaginary, hellish village police force and a local murder.

Weird, satirical, and very funny, its popularity has suddenly increased with the mention of the novel in the TV series Lost.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio.

©1967 Flann O'Brien (P)2012 Naxos AudioBooks Classics Dark Humour Fiction Genre Fiction Literary Fiction Literature & Fiction Satire Small Town & Rural Comedy Cycling Funny Witty

Editorial reviews

Why we think it's Essential: Jim Norton turns this wild post-modern romp into an accessible absurdist story that sounds as though it has been narrated by a studio full of talent. This modern classic can often make little sense when read, but Norton never misses a beat. While the story ranges from life to afterlife and everywhere in between, Norton keeps us grounded, entertained, and totally engrossed. You might've missed it in lit class, but don't let it roll by now. — Chris Doheny

Critic Reviews

"His writing is invariably compared to those other Irish greats, Joyce and Beckett, but for me he is infinitely more accessible and much funnier." (Sue Arnold, The Guardian, UK)
"If ever a book was brought to life by a reading, it is this presentation of O'Brien's posthumously published classic. Norton individually crafts voices and personalities for each character in such a way that a listener might imagine an entire cast of voice talent working overtime....[He] ties the ribbon on a perfect presentation of this absurd and chilling masterpiece." ( Publishers Weekly)
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just as brilliant as when I read it. the narration is fantastic, the story is absurd, and the language is, well, a pancake.
it is an exercise in the use of language and playful prose. won't suit a lot of people. me, I think it's an incredible piece of art.

a classic in absurdity

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The narration for this book is really suburb. My second time listening to it now and it's just as witty, charming, and creative.

Absolutely charming

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This is the best audible book I’ve heard. Funny, dark and creative. Jim Norton’s reading is superb.

Funny, dark and creative

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a stupid ridiculous story wrongly advertised as a good read. It is so annoying and pointless I could not continue beyond a few chapters

ridiculous rubbish

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