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    01/07/2024
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    Wind in the Willows (Version 7 Dramatic Reading)

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    Chapter: 13 | Listen: 2

    Join Mole and Water Rat for terrifically fun romps along a river and through burrows and forests . . . visiting with Otter and Mr. Badger, and witnessing crazy adventures by Mr. Toad as he evades the authorities and meets various interesting individuals. Kenneth Grahame’s classic was first published in 1908, but continues to delight young and old folks today. (Summary by Lynette Caulkins) Cast List: Narrator: Lynette Caulkins Badger: Scott Caulkins Mole: Shelly Toad: Patrick Smith Otter: Marissa Siobhan Wayfarer/Sea Rat: J. Schumacher Water Rat/Elderly Rabbit: Jim Hedrick Girl: Jasmin Salma Engineer: Rich Brown Barge Woman: Vonna Gentleman: Larry Wilson Gypsy: Wayne Cook Rabbit 2: Mira Williams Rabbit 3: Joanna Michal Hoyt Conscience: Sandra Hedgehog: Little Peanut Fieldmouse 1: Andrea Attwood Fieldmouse 2: Robin Lamb Fieldmouse 3: Starling Reader Chairman/Caroler: Mozart Jr. Clerk: Marie Christian Sergeant: Amanda Chandler Detective 1: David Purdy Detective 2/Caroler: Therese Lindholm Detective 3: Glehnmarc Hibburt Fox/Caroler: Jenn Broda Sparrow 1: Diane Alailima Sparrow 2/Caroler: Fiona Wilson Sparrow 3/Caroler: Meredith Wilson Sparrow 4: Medorakay Sparrow 5: Jonny117 Ferret: Scarbo Stoat/Motor Car: Jack Ball Caroler: Diane Caroler: Mira Williams     [chương_files]  

    26/06/2024
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    Wind in the Willows (Version 6)

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    Chapter: 12 | Listen: 4

    The Wind in the Willows is a classic children’s book–enjoyed by all ages!–by British novelist Kenneth Grahame, first published in 1908. Begun as letters to his 7-year-old son Alistair and later developed into a novel, it tells the adventures of animals Mole, Rat, and Toad, who dwell, along with Badger, Otter, and other animals, in the riverbank, fields, and woodlands of the English countryside. Best friends Mole and Rat, along with Badger, are continually rescuing Toad from his scrapes. An encounter with nature god Pan lends a special magic to this tale. In 2011, I recorded this delightful reading by my friend Sarbaga Falk. We made presents of the recordings for Sarbaga’s family and our friends and their children and grandchildren; and had it in mind to put it on LibriVox. Shortly after we recorded Wind in the Willows, Sarbaga was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer’s, which worsened until she passed away in February 2020. Sarbaga loved tales, jokes, and stories, and she would no doubt be tickled to listen to this wonderful tale told in her own inimitable and expressive voice. This stands as a fitting tribute to our dear friend, as she continues to delight us all. – Summary by Cynthia Rylander Crossen     [chương_files]  

    15/06/2024
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    Pagan Papers

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    Chapter: 18 | Listen: 3

    We join our thoughtful author on a dreamy stroll at dusk through the English countryside, and listen to his nonchalant, slightly scattered musings on the human condition…everything from loafing about and old book collecting, to heavier topics like what is more valuable: memory or forgetfulness and can we connect back to nature, or is it too late to do so. All these ponderings, and more, are explored within. Published in 1898, this collection of essays is Kenneth Grahame’s first complied work. His wry and witty humor, which later would be celebrated in his famous novel, The Wind in the Willows, shines through here. – Summary by Mary Kay.     [chương_files]  

    23/05/2024
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    Reluctant Dragon

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    What would you do if you discovered a dragon living in a cave on a hill above your home? Make friends, read poetry together? It turns out that not all dragons are intent on pillaging the countryside. Some might actually enjoy peace, quiet, and the occasional banquet. The Boy of this story knows how to handle dragons, and life is good… until a knight in shining armor arrives in town to exterminate his friend! It doesn’t matter that it’s a “good” dragon — rules are rules, you know! (Summary by Mark)     [chương_files]