Taken at the Flood

Audiobooks can be a great way to enjoy books, especially for people who struggle with reading. They can also be a great way to multitask, as you can listen to them while doing other things.

There is an interesting bit of trivia associated with the title of Agatha Christie’s book, Taken at the Flood. The expression “taken at the flood” comes from Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar, in which Cassius says to Brutus: “There is a tide in the affairs of men, Which taken at the flood, leads on to fortune; Omitted, all the voyage of their life Is bound in shallows and in miseries.”

Hugh Fraser is an actor and narrator who has worked extensively in film, television, theatre, and radio. He is perhaps best known for his role as Captain Hastings in the long-running television series Agatha Christie’s Poirot. He has also narrated many audiobooks, including works by Agatha Christie, Wilkie Collins, and Dorothy L. Sayers. His voice is deep, resonant, and commanding, and he is able to convey a wide range of emotions and characters. He is an extremely skilled and versatile narrator who is able to bring any text to life.

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