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The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - LONGLISTED FOR THE MAN BOOKER PRIZE - NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY THE WASHINGTON POST Meet Harold Fry, recently retired. He lives in a small English village with his wife, Maureen, who seems irritated by almost everything he does, even down to how he butters his toast. Little differentiates one day from the next. Then one morning the mail arrives, and within the stack of quotidian minutiae is a letter addressed to Harold in a shaky scrawl from a woman he hasnt seen or heard from in twenty years. Queenie Hennessy is in hospice and is writing to say goodbye. Harold pens a quick reply and, leaving Maureen to her chores, heads to the corner mailbox. But then, as happens in the very best works of fiction, Harold has a chance encounter, one that convinces him that he absolutely must deliver his message to Queenie in person. And thus begins the unlikely pilgrimage at the heart of Rachel Joyces remarkable debut. Harold Fry is determined to walk six hundred miles from Kingsbridge to the hospice in Berwick-upon-Tweed because, he believes, as long as he walks, Queenie Hennessey will live. Still in his yachting shoes and light coat, Harold embarks on his urgent quest across the countryside. Along the way he meets one fascinating character after another, each of whom unlocks his long-dormant spirit and sense of promise. Memories of his first dance with Maureen, his wedding day, his joy in fatherhood, come rushing back to him - allowing him to also reconcile the losses and the regrets. As for Maureen, she finds herself missing Harold for the first time in years. And then there is the unfinished business with Queenie Hennessy. A novel of unsentimental charm, humor, and profound insight into the thoughts and feelings we all bury deep within our hearts, The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry introduces Rachel Joyce as a wise - and utterly irresistible - storyteller. Advance praise for The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry "When it seems almost too late, Harold Fry opens his battered heart and lets the world rush in. This funny, poignant story about an ordinary man on an extraordinary journey moved and inspired me." - Nancy Horan, author of Loving Frank "Theres tremendous heart in this debut novel by Rachel Joyce, as she probes questions that are as simple as they are profound: Can we begin to live again, and live truly, as ourselves, even in middle age, when all seems ruined? Can we believe in hope when hope seems to have abandoned us? I found myself laughing through tears, rooting for Harold at every step of his journey. Im still rooting for him." - Paula McLain, author of The Paris Wife "Marvelous! I held my breath at his every blister and cramp, and felt as if by turning the pages, I might help his impossible quest succeed." - Helen Simonson, author of Major Pettigrews Last Stand "Harolds journey is ordinary and extraordinary; it is a journey through the self, through modern society, through time and landscape. It is a funny book, a wise book, a charming book - but never cloying. Its a book with a savage twist - and yet never seems manipulative. Perhaps because Harold himself is just wonderful. . . . Im telling you now: I love this book." - Erica Wagner, The Times (UK) "The odyssey of a simple man . . . original, subtle and touching." - Claire Tomalin, author of Charles Dickens: A LifeFrom the Hardcover edition.
Rachel Joyce (Author), Jim Broadbent (Narrator)
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The Unlikely Pilgrimage Of Harold Fry
When Harold Fry nips out one morning to post a letter, leaving his wife hoovering upstairs, he has no idea that he is about to walk from one end of the country to the other. He has no hiking boots or map, let alone a compass, waterproof or mobile phone. All he knows is that he must keep walking. To save someone else's life.
Rachel Joyce (Author), Jim Broadbent (Narrator)
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Celebrate thirty years of Percy the Park Keeper and his animal friends with this funny story in the classic series from award-winning author and illustrator Nick Butterworth! Percy the park keeper is planning a treasure hunt. All his animal friends are to follow a trail of clues around the park and the first one to reach the end will find the treasure! The animals are so excited they can’t wait for the hunt to begin! Includes a surprise fold-out page! More than 9 million Percy the Park Keeper books sold, worldwide!
Nick Butterworth (Author), Jim Broadbent (Narrator)
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Percy the Park Keeper is in for a surprise in this funny story from highly-regarded, bestselling author-illustrator Nick Butterworth. Includes a fabulous fold-out maze. It’s a beautiful spring morning and a perfect opportunity for Percy to trim the overgrown maze. The animals decide to have some fun hiding on the stone lion in the middle of the maze, to surprise Percy. But the suprise is on them when they fall asleep and Percy, finding them, hides behind the statue and pretends his voice is the lion’s telling them to wake up. Percy has unravelled some string through the maze to help him find the way out but the squirrel, thinking he is helping, has wound the string into a ball. Help Percy and his friends find the way out of the park, guiding them through the fold-out maze at the back of the book.
Nick Butterworth (Author), Jim Broadbent (Narrator)
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Celebrate thirty years of Percy the Park Keeper and his animal friends with this funny story in the classic series from award-winning author and illustrator Nick Butterworth! Percy the park keeper is having a day off. It is a perfect day for doing nothing. But Percy’s peaceful picnic is disturbed when a little rabbit takes an unexpected tumble and needs help… Includes a surprise fold-out page! More than 9 million Percy the Park Keeper books sold, worldwide!
Nick Butterworth (Author), Jim Broadbent (Narrator)
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Oscar-winning actor Jim Broadbent stars as 'mad' King George III in the title role of this adaptation of Alan Bennett's award-winning play, which co-stars Cheryl Campbell, Nicholas Farrell and Alun Armstrong. The King is losing his mind. Doctors are brought in as his eccentric behaviour becomes more bizarre and erratic, while his son, the Prince Regent, waits - and plots. Combining Jim Broadbent's 'heartbreaking portrayal of the batty old monarch' (Observer) with Alan Bennett's trademark dark humour this full-cast drama was first heard on the BBC's World Service. The Madness of George III was filmed as the Oscar-winning The Madness of King George, starring Nigel Hawthorne and Helen Mirren.
Alan Bennett (Author), Alun Armstrong, Cheryl Campbell, Full Cast, Jim Broadbent (Narrator)
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The Incredible Book Eating Boy
Roll up, roll up! Meet the Incredible Book Eating Boy... See his fantastic feats leap off the page in this stunning pop-up edition. Henry loves books... but not like you and I. He loves to EAT books! This immensely popular picture book follows the trials and tribulations of a boy with a voracious appetite for books. Henry discovers his unusual taste by mistake one day, and is soon swept up in his new-found passion - gorging on every delicious book in sight! And better still, he realises that the more books he eats, the smarter he gets. Henry dreams of becoming the Incredible Book Eating Boy; the smartest boy in the world! But a book-eating diet isn't the healthiest of habits, as Henry soon finds out... Enjoy this spectacular pop-up novelty edition - a must-have gift for all ages.
Oliver Jeffers (Author), Jim Broadbent (Narrator)
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Stories for Easter: The very best springtime stories to listen to at Easter
Seven of the best-loved springtime stories to entertain your little one over Easter. Seven entertaining audio readings of best-loved children’s springtime stories for children of three years and over to enjoy over Easter! This audio download is a heritage-rich collection showcasing some of the best-loved characters in children’s literature. Compiled by HarperCollins Children’s Books, it features popular stories by John Bond, Nick Butterworth, Judith Kerr, David Walliams and Rob Biddulph. Full of heart-warming stories, this wonderful audio collection is perfect for families and friends to share over the Easter holidays! Playlist: Mini Rabbit – Not Lost by John Bond, read by Lizzie Waterworth Santo One Springy Day by Nick Butterworth, read by Jim Broadbent If I Were the Easter Bunny read by Cassandra Harwood Mog and the Baby by Judith Kerr, read by Andrew Sachs The Slightly Annoying Elephant written and read by David Walliams Tad by Benji Davies, read by Dawn O'Porter Grrr! by Rob Biddulph, read by Paul Panting Copyright: Mini Rabbit – Not Lost Text © John Bond 2018; One Springy Day text © Nick Butterworth 2019; If I Were the Easter Bunny text © HarperCollinsPublishers Ltd 2009; Mog and the Baby text copyright © Kerr-Kneale Productions Ltd 1980; The Slightly Annoying Elephant text copyright © David Walliams 2013; Tad text © Benji Davies 2019; Grrr! by Rob Biddulph text copyright © Rob Biddulph 2015
Benji Davies, David Walliams, John Bond, Judith Kerr, Nick Butterworth, Rob Biddulph (Author), Andrew Sachs, Cassandra Harwood, Dawn O'porter, Dawn O’porter, Jim Broadbent, Lizzie Waterworth Santo, Paul Panting (Narrator)
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Percy and his animal friends have delighted readers around the word for over thirty years! Here you can listen to six fantastic park adventures, performed by Jim Broadbent. Percy the park keeper works hard looking after the park and his animal friends who live there. But Percy still likes to find time for some fun and games. And of course in Percy’s Park there’s always time for a story… This fantastic collection brings together six entertaining adventures: The Secret Path (Text copyright © Nick Butterworth 1994) The Rescue Party (Text copyright © Nick Butterworth 1993) Percy’s Bumpy Ride (Text copyright © Nick Butterworth 1999) After the Storm (Text copyright © Nick Butterworth 1992) The Treasure Hunt (Text copyright © Nick Butterworth 1996) One Snowy Night (Text copyright © Nick Butterworth 1989)
Nick Butterworth (Author), Jim Broadbent (Narrator)
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This six-part comedy series was first broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in 1988. Hosted by Stephen Fry, accompanied each week by Hugh Laurie, Jim Broadbent, Emma Thompson and a selection of guests including Phyllida Law, Robert Bathurst, Julia Hills and Alison Steadman, the show takes the form of a round table discussion, interspersed with sketches which veer tangentially from the sublime to the ridiculous.
BBC Audiobooks, Stephen Fry (Author), Emma Thompson, Hugh Laurie, Jim Broadbent, Stephen Fry, Various Artists (Narrator)
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Pugwash and his crew have their eyes on some gold in this seafaring adventure... Captain Pugwash is delighted at the prospect of earning five hundred golden crowns for smuggling barrels of brandy across the English Channel. But little does he suspect what is really inside the barrels! Luckily Tom the quick-witted cabin-boy uncovers Cut-throat Jake's dastardly plot and not only saves the day, but secures the Captain's reward as well!
John Ryan (Author), Jim Broadbent (Narrator)
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The Admiral is under strict orders from the Prime Minister - to search the Seven Seas, capture Captain Pugwash and bring him back alive. Far away on a sunny island in the middle of the Pacific, Captain Pugwash has no idea of the fearful fate that awaits him. The sky is blue, the sea is warm and the Captain and his crew are having a lovely time, but will they be able to evade the law for much longer?
John Ryan (Author), Jim Broadbent (Narrator)
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