The Adventure Begins: The Early Classics (Adventures in Odyssey Golden Audio Series No. 1) [Abridged, Audiobook, CD] [Audio CD]

AIO Team (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 1, 2004

The Adventure begins! Welcome to a small town called Odyssey—where big things happen! These 12 classic shows laid the foundation for the lively characters and heartwarming stories that are the hallmark of Adventures in Odyssey. It's a great place for new listeners to start, and longtime fans can relive the whimsical history!

The Gold series includes bonus tracks, fun facts, and behind-the-scenes details!

Volume 1 contains the following stories (and themes):

• Whit's Flop (The very first episode!)
• A Member of the Family 1 & 2 (We meet Whit's family)
• The Life of the Party (Acceptance)
• Connie Comes to Town (We meet Connie Kendall)
• Recollections (Whit's End)
• Gifts for Madge and Guy (A Christmas fable)
• The Day after Christmas (Loving one another year round)
• Promises, Promises (New Year's resolutions)
• Nothing to Fear (Courage in God)
• The Tangled Web (Dishonesty)
• A Change of Hart (Salvation)

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

What is Adventures in Odyssey? It’s exciting, character-building audio entertainment for the whole family—brought to life by an award-winning team that uses storytelling to teach lasting truths. So grab your imagination and find out why over 20 million Adventures in Odyssey® products have been distributed worldwide!

Volume 1: The Adventure Begins
Relive the very first episode, learn the real story behind Whit’s End®, and meet one of Odyssey’s most loved characters. Be sure your Adventures in Odyssey® collection includes this foundational album. The whole family will enjoy these wholesome, values-guiding programs—anytime, anywhere!

Bonus Material

• Clip of “Family Portraits” episode (the show that inspired Adventures in Odyssey)
• Paul McCusker talks about Whit’s family
• Actress Katie Leigh on the creation of Connie
• Officer Harley featurette
• Naming John Avery Whittaker
• Behind-the-scenes color booklet with photos

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 8 and up
  
• Audio CD
• Publisher: Tyndale Entertainment; Abridged edition (November 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1589970705
• ISBN-13: 978-1589970700
• Product Dimensions: 5.8 x 5.1 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #43,932 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #23 in Books > Books on Cassette > Children's Books
  • #34 in Books > Books on CD > Children's Fiction > General

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars a good series, November 3, 2005

A Kid's Review

This review is from: The Adventure Begins: The Early Classics (Adventures in Odyssey Golden Audio Series No. 1) (Audio CD)

I am seven years old and I think that this should be listened to by children who are seven to nine. I like the CDs because every story teaches a lesson. Some are scary, some are funny and some are just in the middle.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars top notch family entertainment, February 18, 2008

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This review is from: The Adventure Begins: The Early Classics (Adventures in Odyssey Golden Audio Series No. 1) (Audio CD)

I can't stand bad Christain entertainment! Just because I believe firmly in my Christain faith doesn't mean I have to subject myself and my family to bad entertainment. There are too many talented Christains to put up with that! Besides it puts out the message to the secular world that Christains are lame, cheesy, have no culture and just plain uncool. I am also a pretty accomplished musician and cannot turn my back on years of training. The only bad Christain entertainment in our house has been purchased as a gift and I haven't gotten around to passing it on to the Goodwill.

Now that you understand my standards, you'll appreciate just how good this radio series is. It is top notch and I plan to purchase as much as I can for my kids and their kids. I flip between wanting to be frugle and buy it used on Amazon or buy it new through Focus on the Family to support the programming. And yes, the commercials are right, your family will love to listen to them over and over again.

A major suggestion, don't buy the vides series. It is very disappointing. I expected the radio program with pictures. They must have hired the writers from PBS and Barney. And to add to the punishment, the music is cheesy! I think I'll send the videos to a Goodwill in Wisconsin! Besides, it takes out the wonderful gift of imagination.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An Adult's Review, July 28, 2007

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Kementari "Tolkien Fan" (Virginia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Adventure Begins: The Early Classics (Adventures in Odyssey Golden Audio Series No. 1) (Audio CD)

I'm an adult and I think that "Adventures in Odyssey should be listened to by kids of all ages. It is a wonder program to listen to as a family or with friends. It shares the Bible in a way for everyone to understand.