The Beatrix Potter Collection

Beatrix Potter, Andrew Scott, Patricia Routledge , Audible Studios

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ABC/Audible Audio
01 May 2020

Children's & Educational; General fiction (Children's&YA)

Beatrix Potter's enchanting tales are given new life in this audio production of The Beatrix Potter Collection.

Expertly narrated by Andrew Scott, the collection features some of the best-loved characters and most popular stories in children's literature. Beginning with a unique introduction, written and narrated by patron of the Beatrix Potter Society Patricia Routledge, the world of Beatrix Potter provides wonderful entertainment for the whole family, sure to delight listeners both young and old.

The Beatrix Potter Collection is perfect for introducing a new generation to the magic of her adored classic stories. Featuring her much-loved children's tales and showcasing some of the most recognisable characters in English literature, it will enthrall and entertain young listeners whilst providing warm nostalgia for those already acquainted.

The collection includes the classic tales of Peter Rabbit, a rebellious and disobedient young rabbit; Mrs Tiggy-Winkle, the diligent hedgehog washerwoman; Jemima Puddle-Duck, an innocent and loving mother duck, and many more as they cause mischief, confront danger and make new friends. Deeply influenced by her natural science studies and her love of wildlife, Beatrix Potter's relatable characters continue to charm and inspire a century after their first publication.

By: Beatrix Potter
Producer: Audible Studios
Read by: Andrew Scott, Patricia Routledge
Imprint: ABC/Audible Audio
Country of Publication: Australia
Edition: Unabridged edition
ISBN: 9780655662389
ISBN 10: 0655662383
Publication Date: 01 May 2020
Recommended Age: From 5 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: CD-Audio
Publisher's Status: Active

Beatrix Potter was an English writer, illustrator, natural scientist, and conservationist best known for her children's books featuring animals, such as those in The Tale of Peter Rabbit. Born into an upper-middle-class household, Potter was educated by governesses and grew up isolated from other children. Andrew Scott is a British actor who has starred in a vast number of successful feature films. Recent work includes Denial, Spectre from the James Bond franchise, Alice Through The Looking Glass, King Lear, Ken Loach's Jimmy's Hall, as well as his acclaimed role in hit British film Pride. Andrew played Moriarty in the international hit series Sherlock, for which he was awarded the BAFTA award for Best Supporting Actor. Dame Katherine Patricia Routledge is an English actress and singer. She is best known for her role as Hyacinth Bucket in the British television series Keeping Up Appearances, which ran from 1990 to 1995. Audible is a seller and producer of spoken audio entertainment, information, and educational programming on the Internet.