Summary
Prepare to embark on an extraordinary journey through the pages of this captivating audiobook. Whether you’re an avid reader or a newcomer to the world of audiobooks, this unique listening experience is sure to leave a lasting impression. With a perfect blend of engaging storytelling and skilled narration, this audiobook transports you into a realm where the boundaries between reality and fantasy seamlessly blur.
Audiobook Info
- Author: E. B. White
- Narrator: Julie Harris
- Duration: 4 hours and 45 minutes
- Publisher: HarperCollins
- Release Date: 2003-09-02
Review
It’s rare for a narrator to become so deeply entwined with the spirit of a story that her voice lingers in your memory, but that’s exactly what Julie Harris achieves in her rendition of E. B. White’s classic Stuart Little. Before even diving into plot or character, it must be said: Harris’s narration breathes gentle warmth and intelligence into every page, enhancing both the whimsy and wisdom that have made Stuart’s adventures beloved for generations.
Harris’s performance is delicately nuanced – she captures Stuart’s modest courage with understated charm while giving distinct life to each supporting character, from the exasperated George to the graceful Margalo. Instead of overshadowing E. B. White’s words, she elevates them, offering listeners young and old an immersive invitation into Stuart’s world. Her voice wraps around the narrative like a cozy blanket: never intrusive, always reassuring.
But make no mistake – this isn’t simply about soothing tones or playful voices; at its heart lies an enchanting tale packed with depth and meaning. E. B. White crafts his tiny protagonist – a mouse born into a human family in New York City – with such loving detail that Stuart quickly becomes more than just another character in children’s literature; he is an emblem of courage stitched together with curiosity and kindness. The book deftly explores what it means to be small in stature but large in spirit as Stuart faces everyday challenges with wit and resilience.
From narrow escapes on Central Park ponds to heartfelt searches for lost friends (the bittersweet quest for Margalo is especially affecting), every adventure feels fresh under Harris’s careful narration. Themes of acceptance, family bonds, and quiet determination shine through without ever feeling heavy-handed – White allows readers (and listeners) space for wonderment alongside reflection.
A special delight for fans: this edition also includes a bonus track featuring E.B. White himself reading from his own work – a literary treat that offers fascinating insight into how the author envisioned his story told aloud.
If there are any criticisms to note, they are minor indeed: some may find early chapters paced leisurely as we acclimate to Stuart’s unusual circumstances within the Little household. However, these moments serve only to heighten anticipation for later escapades – and ultimately enrich our understanding of this extraordinary mouse.
In short, Stuart Little, brought vividly alive by Julie Harris’s empathetic narration, is not just a children’s audiobook; it is an odyssey brimming with hope and heart for all ages.
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