Revolting Rhymes and Dirty Beasts [Audiobook, Unabridged] [Audio Cassette]

Roald Dahl (Author), Alan Cumming (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 9 and up

Revolting Rhymes

If you thought you knew the stories of some of the most popular fairy tales, think again. Here are six of the best known tales retold with more than a twist or two, by that master of the comic and the bloodcurdling, Roald Dahl.

Dirty Beasts

Meet Roald Dahl's ghastly menagerie of wonderful comic animals. The collection includes the poor toad that jumps to France, the pig who ponders on the meaning of life, and the anteater who gets the wrong end of the stick.

Performed by Alan Cumming

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Roald Dahl is one of the most successful and well-known of all children's writers. His books, which are read by children the world over, include James and the Giant Peach; Charlie and the Chocolate Factory; The Witches and Matilda.

From AudioFile

This book is a gem if you are any kind of Roald Dahl fan. Bringing Dahl's gruesome humor and creativity with words together with Alan Cumming's incredible Scottish accent is an exceptional combination. Cumming's pacing, easy rhythmic cadences, and vocal acrobatics enhance the poems and stories, adding a vibrancy and expression that would otherwise be lessened. His expressive performance adds to the shock of the unexpected endings, creating an unforgettable book. (Occasional language may offend--adults should listen first.) W.L.S. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award © AudioFile 2003, Portland, Maine-- Copyright © AudioFile, Portland, Maine

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9 and up
  
• Audio Cassette
• Publisher: HarperFestival; Unabridged edition (April 16, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0060091274
• ISBN-13: 978-0060091279
• Product Dimensions: 7 x 4.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,160,904 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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