People use the term "that escalated quickly" a lot, but this escalated so slowly that every step genuinely takes you by surprise. Reading this was like riding an escalator to nowhere.
Years ago when l was a student, l read a story of two brothers. One owned a restaurant and the other a funeral parlor... This story reminded me of it. ( btw Mr. Kirk the tone of your voice is pleasant to the ear.)
@@zSpirall well, is clear that the boy was cooked at the end. His Aunt always warned him against eating meat and it was his love of meat that killed him. The meaning I think the OP reacts to ascribe to it is probably one of go vegan but I don't think it's that deep.
@@zSpirall The story shows a lot of the dark side of humanity. But what really hit me is how well-meaning protection from guardians can bury a child in seconds once that protective shield is lifted. The world may be cruel, but overprotection might be the worst form of love.
🙋 I decided to read the plot first on Wikipedia since he said not to read it. But I am so confused I don't know what kind of business this is, what society is at play, what meaning the story is trying to convey Lexington dying just comes out of nowhere Is it all supposed to be an allegory for the way pigs feel when they're butchered? What was the point of the nanny being Scottish? Why were the cops Irish? Is there a point in saying Lexington was 12-days old when he became an orphan? Why did Dahl include that comment about the parents kissing?
@@lewiskirk8289 I didn't see the PG advisory. He was such a pure character. Life robbed him from the beginning to the end. The world literally eats up good people. I'll look out for the advisories. I really love your narration. Even if I have to steal myself, that's better than not listening to your readings.
Yes, it truly is. I felt I had to add "PG" and parental guidance to the title and description as the end is rather disturbing. But a grest story none-the-less. From the master of macabre tales. 🙂🙏
Hi Kim, thanks for inquiring. But sadly I have not yet got round to watching it yet. Been very busy with the channel and family. If you could share a link yo your favourite episode, I will do my best to try and get round to watching it, and I'll give my feedback below. You are right to remind me. All of the Roald Dahl stories I am doing recently have been represented in the tales of the unexpected. Have a good day. 🙂🙏
I had no idea how warped Mr. Dahl was until I found you and his stories. My only experience was the popular movies. Thank you so much for sharing his stories.
I found the ending so upsetting. I almost burst into tears in public. I'm not sure I can bare to listen to another story. I was already feeling conflicted by The Swan.
Here's one last comment i wanted to leave: This kid's fate made the kids in "Series of Unfortunate Events" look pretty lucky; lost parents to corrupt policemen shooting, lost aunt from seizure, and lost his own life from being slaughtered in a special way that terrifies so much i won't say it. If that isn't worse than what the 3 from the Lemony Snicket series got, i don't know what is. Rest in peace Lexington, you were a real one🫡
Too sad!!! a young man ending ...and the other visitors? I feel too scared and disgusted... I think I'll never eat pork again...or mushrooms! Anyway, I had to stay home for 6 weeks after an accident and I enjoyed listening to you !
oh strange. i just read this story recently. reading his work targeted towards adults is certainly another realm of itself when compared to his children's books lol
Thanks for posting these wonderful stories. Are you the narrator, Mr Kirk? Wonderful stories + great narration = a delight. (I’m not sure PG is enough of a warning for Pig.)
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Hi thank you for your read ! But can someone please explain the end to me ? I have to read this for my exams and I didn't quite understand the ending. Was Lexington a pig and the lady with the gloves too or he was a human but they just didn't care and killed him and the woman too ? Thank you in advance.
Interesting the sticker is described as looking benevolent, and apparently interprets slitting Lexington's throat as saving him. Can't help but wonder if this was Dahl saying that a quick death is our only escape from this cruel, exploitative society.
@@lewiskirk8289 I am reading The best of Roald Dahl, every story is very interesting :) thank you for replying me... You know what, this is my first comment in my life lol, but I got reply luckily! happy new year
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People use the term "that escalated quickly" a lot, but this escalated so slowly that every step genuinely takes you by surprise.
Reading this was like riding an escalator to nowhere.
Roald Dahl has a way of doing that. He is a great author ✍️
I did not see that end coming at all. Great story and wonderful reading, Mr. Kirk!
Thank you.
Yes, a real twist there at the end. I'm glad you enjoyed it, and you're welcome.
Oh wow, This is the story I'm up to in the short stories collection and it just popped up. Strange.Thanks will have a listen. :)
Years ago when l was a student, l read a story of two brothers. One owned a restaurant and the other a funeral parlor... This story reminded me of it. ( btw Mr. Kirk the tone of your voice is pleasant to the ear.)
I'm happy to hear you enjoyed it! 🙏
Me to
nostalgia hits hard listening to this
A book with rather deep meaning which only some can understand...
It's a strange story isn't it? And yes, there is definitely some underlying deep meaning there.
I don't seem to understand. The ending rather confused me. Are you able to explain.
@@zSpirall well, is clear that the boy was cooked at the end. His Aunt always warned him against eating meat and it was his love of meat that killed him. The meaning I think the OP reacts to ascribe to it is probably one of go vegan but I don't think it's that deep.
@@zSpirall What I got from it is that rural life symbolized love and kindness, and the city deceit, greed and murder.
@@zSpirall The story shows a lot of the dark side of humanity.
But what really hit me is how well-meaning protection from guardians can bury a child in seconds once that protective shield is lifted.
The world may be cruel, but overprotection might be the worst form of love.
So, who else is here because of Dominic Noble.
🙋
I decided to read the plot first on Wikipedia since he said not to read it. But I am so confused
I don't know what kind of business this is, what society is at play, what meaning the story is trying to convey
Lexington dying just comes out of nowhere
Is it all supposed to be an allegory for the way pigs feel when they're butchered?
What was the point of the nanny being Scottish? Why were the cops Irish? Is there a point in saying Lexington was 12-days old when he became an orphan? Why did Dahl include that comment about the parents kissing?
never expected it to end like this. Sadly nowadays it isn't so far from the truth
Oh my GODS. Did NOT see that coming. Holy $h!+. 😱
It's a pretty twisted ending right. So clever how he turns lexington from a boy to a pig. That's why I had to say PG in the title and description.
@@lewiskirk8289 I didn't see the PG advisory. He was such a pure character. Life robbed him from the beginning to the end. The world literally eats up good people.
I'll look out for the advisories. I really love your narration. Even if I have to steal myself, that's better than not listening to your readings.
I’ve read this so many times but the ending and beginning always gets me
It’s a strange story isn’t it. I’ve never read anything like it before or since. Crazy ending… but great all the same. 👍
Another horrifying story from the master of macabre tales.
Yes, it truly is. I felt I had to add "PG" and parental guidance to the title and description as the end is rather disturbing. But a grest story none-the-less. From the master of macabre tales. 🙂🙏
@@lewiskirk8289 Have you watched any episodes of Tales of the Unexpected yet.
I'd love to hear what you think.
Hi Kim, thanks for inquiring. But sadly I have not yet got round to watching it yet. Been very busy with the channel and family. If you could share a link yo your favourite episode, I will do my best to try and get round to watching it, and I'll give my feedback below. You are right to remind me. All of the Roald Dahl stories I am doing recently have been represented in the tales of the unexpected. Have a good day. 🙂🙏
I am on a Roald Dahl kick. Thank you for the wonderful readings. This way i can do some chores or paint while getting my Dahl fix!
Ha ha. That’s the best things about audiobooks… multitasking! I’m glad you enjoy the readings, and there are plenty for you to get through.
I had no idea how warped Mr. Dahl was until I found you and his stories. My only experience was the popular movies. Thank you so much for sharing his stories.
You're welcome. Glad you enjoyed them.
I found the ending so upsetting. I almost burst into tears in public. I'm not sure I can bare to listen to another story. I was already feeling conflicted by The Swan.
This story, and The Swan are by far his darkest and most macabre stories! All the rest might be somewhat dark, but they don’t come close to those two.
Here's one last comment i wanted to leave: This kid's fate made the kids in "Series of Unfortunate Events" look pretty lucky; lost parents to corrupt policemen shooting, lost aunt from seizure, and lost his own life from being slaughtered in a special way that terrifies so much i won't say it. If that isn't worse than what the 3 from the Lemony Snicket series got, i don't know what is. Rest in peace Lexington, you were a real one🫡
Too sad!!! a young man ending ...and the other visitors? I feel too scared and disgusted...
I think I'll never eat pork again...or mushrooms!
Anyway, I had to stay home for 6 weeks after an accident and I enjoyed listening to you !
Get well soon
@@Mahadonation1 THANK YOU! I'M OK NOW.
latest comment in weeks! P.S keep up the good work
P.S.S love your channel
i like it when you post new roald dahl books
That's great, because there is another one coming tomorrow. 🙂👍
The chef said the meat may have been human. I guess he was right.
Hey man thank you for all the hard work i love your voice and you always help me sleep at night
You are welcome my friend! I'm glad you enjoy the channel and that the audioebooks help you to drift off to sleep! 🙏
Had to listen to this for school, god this is on a whole another level
Ha ha. It sure is. A serious twist at the end right?
tToday I've read esio trot and I really enjoyed it. Thanks again!
oh strange. i just read this story recently. reading his work targeted towards adults is certainly another realm of itself when compared to his children's books lol
I agree with that. Another level of story telling. And so many. There are still many more of his adult story's for me to bring to the channel.
Good job as usual!!👍👍👍
Thanks very much! 🙏
Absolutely splendid reading of a wonderful terrible story. Thank you
Thanks, glad you enjoyed the reading. Quite a difference from his children’s stories 👍
Wow I the end is so unexpected I love your reading
Yes, it's quite a dark and macabre tale this one. Glad you enjoyed it. 👍
Superb! Thanks for doing this!
You’re welcome. Glad you enjoyed it.
Thanks for posting these wonderful stories. Are you the narrator, Mr Kirk? Wonderful stories + great narration = a delight. (I’m not sure PG is enough of a warning for Pig.)
Hi Sandy! I am the Narrator and enjoy producing the AudioEbooks. I have another channel Book Club that you might want to look into. See you there
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Absolutely brilliant job narrating this fabulous story, sir!
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it. 🙏
Question is the book of vegetarian dishes real because my family and I are vegetarians.
And what an end. Those long white gloves always got me.
I love how he replies to every comment also his voice is nice
Update:I cried at the end its so sad lol
It's a very sad and strange story isn't it?
Hi thank you for your read ! But can someone please explain the end to me ? I have to read this for my exams and I didn't quite understand the ending. Was Lexington a pig and the lady with the gloves too or he was a human but they just didn't care and killed him and the woman too ? Thank you in advance.
nice
Plz read fast 3 days after its my exam
Oh dear ! What an ending! Absolute brilliant narration. Thank you. ❤
You're welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed it. 👍
My sister gasped from the ending.
It's a great ending isn't it?
Is this a good book?
It's an OK book. Not a great book. It has a quite dark and twisted ending, so if you get scared easy, I wouldn't listen.
@@lewiskirk8289 i just finished the book and i am in 5th grade but it didn't scare me , but the end is just sad .
Interesting the sticker is described as looking benevolent, and apparently interprets slitting Lexington's throat as saving him.
Can't help but wonder if this was Dahl saying that a quick death is our only escape from this cruel, exploitative society.
Can you please read the text Esperanza rising
OwO what a roller-coaster ride...
Wow they killed his parents ,his aunt died , and he died wow what a story😵😭
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Cool story, did not think the story would end like it did. But loved to listen to (Pig).
It's a really twisted ending. I'm glad you enjoyed it. 🙂
Interesting beginning, yet , way too easy ending. Dahl could have put more effort in it.
Food for thought!
So... I went to the butcher shop. Remembering Lexington- I left.
Ha ha. That's a good thing right!? Poor Lexington, he was but an observer until the chain was around his ankle.
@@lewiskirk8289 I know! Suddenly I have a new ability to keep my mouth shut and not ask too many questions 😂
Can anyone please suggest, similar deep meaning stories?
is this a book that categorized as children's literature?
I put a parental guidance notice in the thumbnail and description.
ohh you got juked baby
the ending was so weird........................................
It's a very strange and wierd book! But grest. 👍
@@lewiskirk8289 I am reading The best of Roald Dahl, every story is very interesting :) thank you for replying me...
You know what, this is my first comment in my life lol, but I got reply luckily! happy new year
U are going to give me nightmares
Sorry!
if it going to give you nightmares than dont read it
@@aneelarauf2455 lol
What a horrible story!