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Farm Boy
- Narrated by: Derek Jacobi
- Length: 1 hr and 5 mins
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Summary
Read by Derek Jacobi and Michael Morpurgo
Set on a farm in rural Devon, this is a collection of Grandpa’s reminiscences and stories as told to his grandson. Grandpa’s nature and his touching relationship with the boy is evoked superbly by Michael Morpurgo’s writing.
This two-voice read brings the characters to life as the story of Grandpa’s ‘shame’ (the fact that he cannot read and write) unfolds.
Derek Jacobi is sensitive and compelling in the role of Grandpa, inspiring a true sense of achievement and triumph as he finally tells his own story in his own words.
Critic reviews
‘Here is a very important book, combining the very best of storytelling and illustration.’
JUNIOR EDUCATION
‘If there are such things as contemporary classics, then this, surely is one of them.’ Daily Mail
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- Mariana Gaussen
- 04-05-20
I loved fact that it was a sequel to War Horse. M
I loved the fact it was sequel to War Horse so we heard what happened to Joey the horse.
Beautifully read
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- Sue P
- 27-12-20
Fordson
Good story but facts on Fordson wrong, which was disappointing as rest of story good.
A Fordson cant be towed.
Clutch and brake 1 pedal so never a concern with brakes.
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- james walker
- 12-03-22
Escape to the countryside...
Great story for those who have an interest in rural life and living by the rhythms of the land. Full of quaint morals like a tractor will never be as good a company as a horse but that doesn't mean you shouldn't give it the same care and attention. Great listen with an elderly relative as the themes triggered lots of talking points. Only criticism is the triumphant music that interludes the three parts.
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- mandy
- 31-05-17
beautifully presented
lovely little story. the last part finishes it all off lovely. would listen again to this book
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- Kaz38
- 04-03-21
Farm boy
I am a little disappointed with this story having listened to some of his other books but I am sure his other book will come up to search.
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- Amazon Customer
- 20-05-20
Great first listen!
I've not listened to an audio book before so I started with a short one with a story of interest to me, beautifully told and listened non-stop! loved it!
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- Annette Jones
- 10-02-23
Beautiful story
Derek Jacobi narrates brilliantly. Switching between accents remarkably well, he's such an excellent actor.
This book is a wonderful follow-up to War Horse, felt like a conclusion. Short and very sweet. Some folk are comparing it to War Horse, I think that's unfair. Each book has its own special qualities.
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- Shonagh
- 23-12-12
Great read
Lovely story and a great read, my daughter has also read it and thoroughly enjoyed it too.
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- Dallas Winston 9
- 03-01-18
Lovely little story.
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
It’s short but nice. I would actually recommend it to be read.
What did you like best about this story?
It had fable qualities to it.
What about Derek Jacobi’s performance did you like?
Good rounded voices. A good performance.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
Yes and I did.
Any additional comments?
Short and sweet.
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- Hannah Green
- 31-12-17
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