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Sarah, Plain and Tall Collection

By: Patricia MacLachlan
Narrated by: Glenn Close
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This audio collection, read by Glenn Close, includes the first three books in the classic series: the Newbery Medal-winning Sarah, Plain and Tall; Skylark; and Caleb's Story.

Patricia MacLachlan's stories about Sarah, Papa, Anna, and the rest of the Witting family gently explore timeless themes of abandonment, loss, and love.

This classic children's literature series is perfect for fans of Laura Ingalls Wilder's Little House on the Prairie books, historical fiction, and timeless stories using rich and beautiful language.

©1985, 1994, 2001 Patricia MacLachlan; (P)2003 HarperCollins Publishers, Inc. Classics Family Life Growing Up & Facts of Life Literature & Fiction Feel-Good
Touching Family Story • Wholesome Stories • Soothing Voice • Beautiful Relationships • Sweet Continuation • Fabulous Job

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Before now, my only exposure to these stories has been the ‘Hallmark Hall of Fame’ movies on television. In the past I’ve watched ‘Sarah, Plain and Tall’ and ‘Skylark’ many times. A few years ago I became visually impaired, so I bought the books on audio to continue my enjoyment of them.

It’s been many years since my last viewing of ‘Winter’s End’, but if my memory is correct, the movie is from Cassie’s POV. I much prefer the book ‘Caleb’s Story’ to the film version. It seems more poignant somehow. I love that the thread tying the 3rd book to its predecessors is Anna handing down the writing tradition to Caleb; he is now the Witting family chronicler.

I have immense love for the world MacLachlan has created and the characters that inhabit it. I foresee many repeat listens in my future.

One production note: the first book, ‘Sarah Plain and Tall’, has a constant noticeable background buzz to it. I listened to the sample for the stand-alone audio of Book 1 and it has the same buzzing sound. The other 2 books were fine.

Glenn Close is an acting goddess. Her voice-acting performance of these books equals the outstanding writing by MacLachlan.

Highly recommended. 5++ stars.

An All-Time Favorite

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The books are narrated in a calm thoughtful way that inspires a feeling of peace and hope.

peaceful calming listen

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My daughter couldn’t wait to listen again! She wants more. A soothing voice was easy to follow and feel like you were with the characters in the room.

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This collection of three stories is delightful; I didn't know anything about 'Skylark' and 'Caleb's Story' so these were bonus treats for me. Lovely performance by Glenn Close.

Just lovely

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A story of family of a different time in history. A story of love, blended families , relationships and the importance of forgiveness. Recommend for any age.

Wonderful story and performance

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