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Where the Red Fern Grows
- Narrated by: Anthony Heald
- Length: 6 hrs and 56 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Categories: Children's Audiobooks, Action & Adventure
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Publisher's Summary
Since its publication over forty years ago, this heartwarming tale of a boy and his dogs has touched millions. A tale of adventure, special friendship and coming-of-age, Where the Red Fern Grows makes for delightful listening. This unabridged production, featuring a moving performance by Anthony Heald, brings this enduring classic to life and makes a powerful story even more unforgettable.
What the critics say
"This title is an excellent selection for family listening or for anyone desiring an uplifting, but realistic tale." (AudioFile)
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- Leigh
- 2020-05-27
Absolutely Timeless
I read this book when I was a boy, right about the same age as Billy. I couldn't put it down and it grew to be one of the defining pieces of literature in my life. I often imagined myself with those wonderful hounds, and that two bitted axe.
I am now a man, and this book has the same effect that it did all those years ago. It still makes me wish for a simpler life and I can't wait for my sons to read it too.
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- Anonymous User
- 2019-09-01
tear jerking and amazing!
what a great book, would recommend to everyone even if they aren't a dog lover
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- Gypsy Lee
- 2020-12-26
What a Wonderful Story.!
I remember seeing this movie as a young girl. In a world filled with sex, violence and cursing, I was so pleased to find this title, and couldn't wait to hear the story again. The reader, Anthony Heald, was wonderful. I loved how he had a different voice for every character and read so much emphasis into each word. I hope I can find more books read by him. I cried so hard at the end, remembering my childhood home and my best friend Blackie, who was always at my side protecting me from harm. A dog really is man's best friend. This will be a book I never erase as I will want to hear it again and again. Thanks so much for recording it. It's so nice to find a decent bio in today's world. ♥️♥️♥️
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- Anonymous User
- 2018-09-17
Wonderful family read
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My teen son and I loved listening to this book together. The narrators voice immersed us in the story, the time period, and in the Ozark mountains where this story took place. Be aware, however, that if you have very young children, the ending will probably upset them. This would definitely be on my “must read list” for older children, especially ones who suffer from “dog love” like the main character. Enjoy!
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- Amazon Customer
- 2022-05-23
This was an amazing book!
This was an amazing book. I read this for an independent novel study for my grade eight year. I loved the voice of the reader it really added a lot to the story. If you’re reading this now this is your sign to read this book! It’s a very heartfelt tale about a boy and his two dogs. I love this book so much and I highly recommend that you listen or read it.
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- Anonymous User
- 2022-05-03
Pulls on the heart strings
I had this book read to me as a child and it stuck with me always. When I came across it in audible I couldn't resist. Once again I fell in love with the tale of the determined young boy and his dogs. It had me crying all over again.
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- Jason Hofer
- 2021-07-22
Great Book!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This is a great family classic. I have read this book several times and each time I really enjoy it.
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- Amazon Customer
- 2020-11-06
Audible nails this classic.
Listened to this with my 9 year old. brought back happy memories of my childhood
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- Jennifer Button
- 2019-09-08
An absolutely wonderful story.
The narrator of this story was phenomenal. A fantastic reading experience I will never forget.
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- Jayne Bauman
- 2018-12-19
Captivating
Children loved it. Read with great expression. I would definitely recommend it. We laughed alot.
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- Mary A.
- 2003-11-18
What a great story!
This book runs the gamut of human emotions. I loved this book when I was younger and really enjoyed visiting it again through an Audio version. I liked the narrator's voice alot. I thought he captured the nuances and feelings in the book perfectly. This is a true classic, one you can enjoy again and again. And yes, I did cry at the end just like the first time. :-)
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- Jingyi Zhu
- 2016-10-30
Great depiction!
The vivid description of the hounds and the wilderness of nature is among the best! And the narration is also great adding to the intense storyline. But I wouldn't recommend a kid under 10 to read it unless reading it with an adult. Some scenes are a little graphic and violent. At some point, my eyes were definitely more widely-open! Overall, it's a wonderful book, especially it is endowed with certain kind of belief and faith that bring the story warm flows of feeling.
11 people found this helpful
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- Amazon Customer
- 2003-12-21
Excellent for children and adults
A wonderful and moving story of a boy and his love for the two hunting dogs he raises. The Ozark forests are beautifully remembered and the dangers and challenges that boy, his dogs, and his family face are exciting, and deeply moving. While not for young children, this book will be memorable for both children and adults. The reading is near perfect in pace and tone.
20 people found this helpful
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- Mat Cauthon
- 2016-07-06
Read this it's great.
I love this book. I read it as a child and remembering it as one of my favorites I decided to listen to the audible version. Twenty years later it is still just as good as I remember.
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- Stephanie
- 2004-04-13
Where the Red Fern Grows
Where The Red Fern Grows is a book that is a classic in my opinion. The first time I read it I was 11 years old and I have read it probably twenty times more since then. It compasses all the emotions that humans are capable of and the true loyal and loving nature of dogs. Big Dan and Little Ann loved each other and Billy more than words can can express. It broke my heart right along with Billy's when his little hounds passed away. Even the intro when he is supposed to be a grown man and taking care of the stray dog tears me up. If humans knew how to be as loving, loyal, and kind as dogs the world would be a wonderful place! Anyone who picks this book up will sure to love it whether you are an animal lover or not. I recommend this book to all ages and genders. It is truly a classic and one you will be sure to read over and over again!
21 people found this helpful
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- Daniela
- 2017-01-01
Good story for the whole family
We all enjoyed the plot- ages 6 to 54!
The perspective of a young boy gives an adventurous feel to simple life lessons of love and persistence.
6 people found this helpful
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- Ashley
- 2009-02-25
Fantastic!
I loved this book as a child. It was wonderful - beautifully read. I listen to books when I work out at the gym. I think that the people around me must of thought I was crazy - at the end of the book I was on the treadmill and tears were running down my face and my nose was running. Just a wonderful, fabulous book and great reader.
11 people found this helpful
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- jantea
- 2005-01-28
Definately a keeper!
I truly, truly enjoyed this listen, beginning to end. The touching story along Anthony Heald reading it made this one of the best books I've heard. I laughed; I cried and was totally entertained the entire listen!! It's a keeper.
5 people found this helpful
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- Tania A
- 2017-11-02
Love story of a boy & his dogs
I read this book as a child and saw the movie. I wanted my sons to experience it too, but they would never willing pick up a book, so this was the best option for our long commutes in the car. Such a wonderful and heartfelt story! Two thumbs up, a thousand times over!!
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- T. R. Humperdink
- 2017-04-27
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Would you consider the audio edition of Where the Red Fern Grows to be better than the print version?
No, I think they're both really good. I liked the narrator.
What did you like best about this story?
I best like the part where Billy cut two little holes in his gunny sack for his two pups to poke their heads through.
What does Anthony Heald bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
Anthony Heald reads with a lot of passion, so at the ending it was sadder then if I were to have read the book.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
What moved me in the book most, was when little Anne lost her will to live and died by Old Dan.
Any additional comments?
This book is very moving and I almost cried at the end. It was beautiful and sad, but also happy. I would recommend this book.
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