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    Virginia Mount Juliet, TN, United States 11-12-12
    Virginia Mount Juliet, TN, United States 11-12-12 Member Since 2010
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    "Masterfully Done"
    Would you consider the audio edition of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz to be better than the print version?

    I don't know if I would say better, but extremely enhanced! Ms. Hathaway is masterful in her reading. She is spot on with every voice and never drops charachter. She truly brought the book alive.


    Who was your favorite character and why?

    All of them


    Have you listened to any of Anne Hathaway’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

    Haven't listened before, but I will be looking forward to the next one.


    Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

    It would have been nice, but too long.


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    Arturo Stockholm, Sweden 11-08-12
    Arturo Stockholm, Sweden 11-08-12 Member Since 2008
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    "Astonishing narration!"
    If you could sum up The Wonderful Wizard of Oz in three words, what would they be?

    Interestingly magic fairytale.


    What did you like best about this story?

    The three unusual companions of Dorothy. The famous brainless scarecrow, the unhearted woodman made of tin, and the courageless lion, key characters on this fairytale.


    What does Anne Hathaway bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

    Anne Hathaway narration was certainly something out of the ordinary, an outlier, an amazing narration indeed. I loved that trained voice of hers, but I loved even more her interpretation. I'd given her (and the story) all the stars I could, since I really enjoyed this recording.I'd definitely like to hear more books read from her, although I suspect that reading a rather large story, as it would be a novel, wouldn't be easy at all.


    Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

    Probably the falling of the tin woodman over the rocks. Imagining him broken and fold into pieces was kind of sad, since he was the one capable of chopping off anything with his axe!.


    Any additional comments?

    Despite I knew very well the story, I had never read this book before. And I guess this may happen to everyone who has seen the classic film of the Wizzard of Oz. As a matter of fact, when I was listening the story I had an interesting mixture of the characters, sometimes in black and white, and sometimes in full color, due to the memory recalls I got from the movie.I really enjoyed the whole audiobook, and I'll surely hear it again.

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    R. Renfro Vail, AZ 11-06-12
    R. Renfro Vail, AZ 11-06-12
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    "All the wonders of Oz and more!"
    Would you listen to The Wonderful Wizard of Oz again? Why?

    Yes, it was a delightful story with so much more detail than the movie.


    Who was your favorite character and why?

    Dorothy, of course. Aren't we all looking for something out of reach and all need to learn that our true heart's desire is right here at home?


    Which character – as performed by Anne Hathaway – was your favorite?

    Anne Hathaway did an outstanding job with each of the characters.


    Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

    Too many to count.


    Any additional comments?

    I ordered the story for my grandson who is reading the book in his English class at school. His teacher is having them compare the written story to the movie and is also having them apply the lessons to what they see in real life. Once he returned my Kindle to me, I decided to listen to it myself. So glad I did!

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    Johan Eidsvag, Norway 11-05-12
    Johan Eidsvag, Norway 11-05-12 Member Since 2007

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    "OZ a story for our time of greed & stupid tweets"
    What did you love best about The Wonderful Wizard of Oz?

    The wisdom of the former magician & ventriloquist when he gives hope and courage to the puppy friends of Dorothy. A masterpice that can teach us a lot about how we should be to people around us.


    What other book might you compare The Wonderful Wizard of Oz to and why?

    Alice in Wonderland - very nice to get the whole story.


    What about Anne Hathaway’s performance did you like?

    The modulation of her voice for the different characters in the tale.


    Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

    When the lion got courage.


    Any additional comments?

    It is fantastic that a book on less than four hours can be so exiting.

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    Valorie INDIANAPOLIS, IN, United States 11-05-12
    Valorie INDIANAPOLIS, IN, United States 11-05-12 Member Since 2012
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    "Great Listen!"
    If you could sum up The Wonderful Wizard of Oz in three words, what would they be?

    imaginative, classic, fun for all


    Who was your favorite character and why?

    My girls related best with Dorothy, but I think the Lion is my favorite.


    What does Anne Hathaway bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

    Great Expression, and a sweet narrative.


    Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

    NA


    Any additional comments?

    No

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    Mia Oakland, CA, United States 11-02-12
    Mia Oakland, CA, United States 11-02-12 Member Since 2012
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    "Anne is great!"

    I didn't know that Anne Hathaway were so talented! Great job Anne and of course the story is also great!

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    Johan Cape Town, South Africa 10-31-12
    Johan Cape Town, South Africa 10-31-12 Member Since 2012
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    "Classic story, beautifully told"

    My 6-yr old daughter was absolutely mesmerized by the story, every morning in the car on the way to school. She couldn't get ready quickly enough in the mornings to resume listening. Anne Hathaway's narration is superb and she truly brought each character distinctly to life. Highly recommended.

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    Catherine United States 10-28-12
    Catherine United States 10-28-12 Member Since 2010
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    "a wonderful listen"
    Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

    I would absolutely recommend this audio book to anyone, young and old! It is a delight to hear Anne Hathaway's voice - she makes the classic story so much fun to listen to.


    What did you like best about this story?

    It is a great story - better than the movie in a lot of ways.


    What does Anne Hathaway bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

    Anny Hathaway really does a great job. She reads as if you were right there with her. She is animated and energized. Yes her pacing is perfect.


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    Holly Booms Walsh Madison, WI, United States 10-26-12
    Holly Booms Walsh Madison, WI, United States 10-26-12 Member Since 2011

    audiobook addict

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    "Fantastic reading of a beloved tale!"

    Anne Hathaway does a masterful job of reading a beloved classic. Thoroughly enjoyable for all ages!

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    Mom To Be in VA Arlington, VA USA 10-16-12
    Mom To Be in VA Arlington, VA USA 10-16-12
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    "MUST BUY!!! Anne Hathaway is amazing!"
    If you could sum up The Wonderful Wizard of Oz in three words, what would they be?

    Classic, captivating classic.


    What was one of the most memorable moments of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz?

    When Dorothy's house landed on the wicked witch and she takes her shoes.


    Which character – as performed by Anne Hathaway – was your favorite?

    Tough call, all the characters were alive with Anne Hathaway narrating. I'll go with: The Cowardly Lion.


    Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

    When Oz didn't really give the characters what they wished for but pretended to gift them their request.


    Any additional comments?

    Anne Hathaway is a treasure of a narrator. She does an amazing job beathing life into all the characters and the chapters fly by.

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