River God: A Novel of Ancient Egypt (Unabridged) Audiobook, by Wilbur Smith Play Audiobook Sample

River God: A Novel of Ancient Egypt Audiobook (Unabridged)

River God: A Novel of Ancient Egypt (Unabridged) Audiobook, by Wilbur Smith Play Audiobook Sample
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Read By: Dick Hill Publisher: Brilliance Audio Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 16.50 hours at 1.5x Speed 12.38 hours at 2.0x Speed Release Date: September 2008 Format: Unabridged Audiobook ISBN:

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Publisher Description

Ancient Egypt. Land of the Pharaohs. A kingdom built on gold. A legend shattered by greed.

Now the Valley of Kings lies ravaged by war, drained of its lifeblood, as weak men inherit the cherished crown.

On the eve of the festival of Osiris, the loyal subjects of the Pharaoh gather in Thebes to pay tribute to their leader.

Exploding with all the passion and rage of a bygone time, River God is a masterpiece of historical writing.

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"A long book, like 10 combined into one. Just when you think it was ending, another twist or turn, then another.... The author is creative, such an imaginative mind, with alot of research for this ancient setting. Entertaning and a great escape for the humdrum of everyday life in 2011. "

— A. (4 out of 5 stars)

River God: A Novel of Ancient Egypt (Unabridged) Listener Reviews

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  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I have read all of Wilbur Smith's books and would recommend any of them. They have excellent historical info in them. However, the River God and the sequels are incredibile good reading. "

    — Godfather, 2/14/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I love this book and have decided it is summerish so I can reread it. I do this every summer. "

    — Heather, 2/7/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " a detailed and vivid descripton makes this book a good read.the detailing is so immaculate that you can conjure each scene however this book dosn't have a contant pace and thats irks a lots. "

    — Abhishek, 1/28/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " One of my favourites! A must read for everyone. "

    — Hamish, 1/26/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I read this and the seventh scroll some years ago now. I am not generally a Wilbur Smith fan but I did enjoy these. "

    — Diane, 1/23/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Best book ever - I reread it every few years. Makes me want to visit Egypt. Possibly the best historical fiction book I've ever read. Fun read, goes easy, great tale. Some parts slightly violent. "

    — Ashley, 1/21/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Great book about ancient egypt - a love story too. Very descriptive "

    — Susanne, 1/14/2014
  • Overall Performance: 1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5

    " Dreadful, but I sure did read it. "

    — John, 1/14/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " One of my all time fav's.....brilliant! "

    — Ben, 11/19/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I liked this book enough that I also picked it up as a book on CD for a road trip "

    — Cathy, 10/17/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " One of my favorite books of all time, I've been through 6 or 7 different copies because I've worn them out from reading over and over. Finally got it as an e-book so no more ruining books, hee. "

    — Desiree, 9/26/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Always carry books with you in foreign lands. I was stuck reading this, because it was the only book in English on the shelf at the hostel when I finished my book. I should have learned Shona. "

    — Valerie, 9/22/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " history of egyptians "

    — Samrat, 9/22/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This was a highly engaging narrative with an epic scope. A masterpiece of historical fiction. "

    — David, 9/21/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " A very good historical Egyptian book full of intrigue and so on... Followed by Warlock--- also very good! Concerns a lowly scribe who follows people's lives... "

    — Seracer2003, 9/7/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Ah, the book that started it all. My love for historical fiction that is. "

    — Misou, 9/5/2013
  • Overall Performance: 1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5

    " I tried liking this novel. I really did. It just isn't my type. "

    — Aleeeeeza, 5/14/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " A real favourite of mine. Ignored the terrible follow-ups, they were only written because stupid money was thrown at Smith I believe, but this is the epitome of a fun historical fantasy. Recently re-read it and still loved it. "

    — Tom, 1/16/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Bello, bello, bello. Un capolavoro. "

    — Manuela, 10/27/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Hugely entertaining and well researched novel set in the royal courts and battlefields of ancient Egypt. A really great read despite the at times over the top egotism of protagonist Taita, royal slave and eunuch. "

    — Teri, 8/10/2012
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " One of my all time fav's "

    — Philippe, 3/26/2012
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    " fantastic scope in time and place "

    — Martin, 1/9/2012
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    " I'm loving this book. "

    — Andrea, 10/1/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " awesome. books that should be movies! "

    — Whiteworm, 8/24/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " An absolutely epic novel. I have read this book countless times and am always as gripped as the first time. "

    — Handav, 7/21/2011
  • Overall Performance: 1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5

    " After 5 months, I just have to give up. Maybe I'll try reading it again sometime...but not sometime soon. "

    — Angie, 5/24/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " A wonderful creation of ancient Egypt from Africa's best storyteller. I was captivated by it. "

    — David, 5/17/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Just when you thought you knew Wilbur Smith’s genre along came River God. A great central character and a sweeping narrative. "

    — John, 5/12/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " My all time favourite book "

    — Annette, 5/4/2011
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    " I was so full of adventure. I couldn't put it down. "

    — Donna, 4/27/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Awsome book, strong male protagonist and amazing writing "

    — Steven, 4/24/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I love this book and have decided it is summerish so I can reread it. I do this every summer. "

    — Heather, 4/22/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " My first Wilber Smith and I really enjoyed it! :) "

    — Lisa, 4/18/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I can't remember when I read this exactly, but I remember it was an engrossing read, with a bit of historical inaccuracies and some unbelievable stuff. I think it was will written that I didn't mind much. "

    — Jewel, 4/17/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Good, it was a good mixed of everything. Romance, comedy, action, adventure and bloody battles. I'm hoping the sequel is just as good. "

    — Megan, 4/11/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I really liked this book. It was easy to read. I loved the characters...well, the good ones. "

    — Jill, 4/8/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Really entertaining book with a great story. Awesome travel read. "

    — Matthew, 3/29/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This is one of my favorite books. Yes, it's wordy, but in a good way. Smith's prose is lyrical in places. The characters are exciting, Lord Intef is so evil, and Taita is so vain but still so likable. "

    — Amy, 3/28/2011
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Mi stancano un pochino i personaggi così perfetti di Mr Smith.Poca realtà nelle descrizioni.Gli intrecci sono spesso ben fatti ma nel complesso nn ne è uscito niente di memorabile. "

    — Terri, 3/24/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I really didn't think I liked Wilbur Smith, and then I read this! "

    — Hanamaraea, 3/24/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " The best fictional narrative that I know of set in ancient Egypt--high adventure, intrigue, and a surprising dose of humor. It has two excellent sequels. "

    — George, 3/6/2011

About Wilbur Smith

Wilbur Smith (1933-2021) wrote When the Lion Feeds in 1964 and became a full-time writer. He completed fifty novels, all meticulously researched on his numerous expeditions worldwide. His books have been translated into twenty-six different languages. He was born in Central Africa and was educated at Michaelhouse and Rhodes University.

About Dick Hill

Dick Hill, named a Golden Voice by AudioFile magazine, is one of the most awarded narrators in the business, having earned several Audie Awards and thirty-four AudioFile Earphones Awards. In addition to narrating, he has both acted in and written for the theater.