Hercules: Enchanted Tales (Enchanted Tales , Vol 3) [AUDIOBOOK] (Audio Cassette)

~ Bernard Evslin (Author), Kevin Sorbo (Narrator), Michael Hurst (Narrator)

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Contrary to the impressions of Disney and Fox, the Greek Hercules (Heracles) cycle recounts the tragic life and triumphant death of a semi-divine hero who was much more than a strong man. Having to endure humiliating labors and harrowing adventures, he strengthened his character, not his muscles, and was ultimately rewarded by his elevation to Olympus. The tales for children on this tape, read by the stars of TV's "Hercules: The Legendary Journeys," more accurately reflect the powerful Greek myths than the snickering Fox program. Indeed, considering the sex and violence of the original, Evslin has done a wonderful job of rendering the events and resonances suitably for young listeners. In addition, he's contributed some beautiful writing, simple, witty and musical. Even more astonishing, Sorbo and especially Hurst, Hollywood hunks with distinctly modern personalities and limited technical resources, read with great charm, drama and expression. Producer Craig Braginsky has contributed some appropriate music to bridge the stories. Modest, unpretentious and absorbing. Y.R. Winner of AUDIOFILE's Earphones Award (c)AudioFile, Portland, Maine

Product Details

• Audio Cassette
• Publisher: BMP Audio (June 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1888453060
• ISBN-13: 978-1888453065
• Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 5 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #3,527,722 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I Want More!, May 18, 1999

By A Customer

I bought this cassette through Amazon.com a couple months ago (originally it was going to be a gift!)and have to say it has been a truly enjoyable experience! The buying and the listening! Sorbo and Hurst are fantastic. Kevin's deeply sincere tone is captivating and Michael, on Side B, uses his "Iolaus" accent (American) to read with great enthusiasm, like a master story teller. His segment on the Nemean Lion should NOT be missed by anyone who enjoys listening about Hercules and his labors. By the way, even if you're not interested (in Greek mythology [stories]) these actors and their wonderful voices will MAKE you change your mind. Okay ... so when's the next tape coming out???

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Not H:TLJ ... but still great audio fun !, January 11, 1999

By	[e-mail] (United Kingdom) - See all my reviews

This tape is great fun to listen to, especially, if you are a "Hercules: The Legendary Journeys" Fan. My advice: take the tape recorder, dimm the lights, sit back and relax!

Sorbo's reading on Side A is extremely convincing and he could easily charm you or your kids to sleep. But Michael Hurst's voice and enthusiasm on Side B revives you, captures you and won't let go of your imagination until the tape is finished. It's as if you can almost see him in that recording studio, fighting invisible lions while turning the pages of the book.

However, if you think the Enchanted Tales are connected to H:TLJ, you will be disappointed. The story is the classic tale of his 7 labours and for all you Iolausians out there, Iolaus is not Iolaus, but Iole, a young girl. Also the tape is not very long and Side A is only half-played and you are being asked to forwind to the end.

Overall, two enthusiastic thumbs up for Michael Hurst and Kevin Sorbo! With those reading abilities, they can babysit my kids any day!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Highly Recommended!!, November 13, 1998

By A Customer

An excellent listening of the exploits of Hercules. Kevin Sorbo does a great job reading, but Michael Hurst, who reads the second side, is by far the BEST reader I've ever had the pleasure to listen to!! His Shakespearean training shines through and I would buy anything he reads...a definate MUST for any fan of the series or the legend.