• The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

  • By: L. Frank Baum
  • Narrated by: Anne Hathaway
  • Length: 3 hrs and 49 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (8,889 ratings)

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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

By: L. Frank Baum
Narrated by: Anne Hathaway
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Anne Hathaway is nothing short of masterful in her narration of Baum’s beloved classic. As she guides listeners through the world of munchkins, winkies, and quadlings; witches; and the humbug Oz, Hathaway’s impressive vocal repertoire shines. As narrator, she is lithe yet precise; her voice sounds lilting or emphatic, as the story details require. In character, she is spectacular. Each character is filled with personality - a light-voiced Witch of the North; a brusque soldier at Oz’s palace; a monotone, robot-like Oz; and a usually cheerful and genuine Dorothy. The variety enriches the listening experience. Yes, one may know the story well, but Hathaway makes this recording a definitive one.

Publisher's summary

Audie Award Nominee, Solo Narration - Female, 2013

One of the best-known stories in American culture, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz has stirred the imagination of young and old alike for over 100 years. Academy Award-winning actress Anne Hathaway (Rachel Getting Married, Alice in Wonderland, The Dark Knight Rises) lends her voice to this uniquely American fairy tale.

Follow the adventures of young Dorothy Gale and her dog Toto as they get swept away into the magical land of Oz , where they encounter characters and places you may remember from the movie - and several more that never made it to the big screen - on an unforgettable journey to the Emerald City.

“It’s such a wonderful book and I was so happy to be a part of bringing it to life”, Ms. Hathaway said. “There are a lot of great voices in it. The more fun you have with it, the sillier and the more free you get with it, the better it is because it’s a story that can handle it. It’s amazing to be able to discover something new about something you feel you know so well.”

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Critic reviews

“Anne Hathaway is nothing short of masterful in her narration of Baum’s beloved classic.... As narrator, she is lithe yet precise; her voice sounds lilting or emphatic, as the story details require. In character, she is spectacular. Each character is filled with personality - a light-voiced Witch of the North; a brusque soldier at Oz’s palace; a monotone, robot-like Oz; and a usually cheerful and genuine Dorothy. The variety enriches the listening experience. Yes, one may know the story well, but Hathaway makes this recording a definitive one.” (AudioFile)

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Classic Story A Delight Read by Hathaway!

This is easily the definitive audio version of this novel. Hathaway's voice and her characters truly shine. Each one is given quirky speech patterns, and a unique voice that is easy on the ears. Highly recommend!

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Great Story!

I grew up watching the movie over and over. Now for the first time I've read the book. How I wish they hadn't left anything out of the movie!! A great read.

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WONDERFUL!!!!😉😉😉😉😉

50000000000000000000000000000000000000000 stars!!!!!!!! I love this book and cant stop reading it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I love this book!

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Love Anne

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Anne does a wonderful job with all the voices, making the story so real!

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

There is no comparison, this book is one of a kind.

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

I loved when Anne played the Lion, but let's be honest, all of her portrayals were fantastic! Everyone had such a distinct voice!

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Yes

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Lovely story

This performance was performed well. However a couple of the voicings she chose for the characters were a little annoying. But all in all, it was an enjoyable performance and a very good listen.

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Preferred over the movie!

Beautifully written children’s classic that is appropriate for any age. My children are 3,5 and 8. All three loved it and asked to continue listening every time we needed to pause. This classic will be replayed over and over in our home! I feel the movie is a disappointment after enjoying the real story.

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Great!

Anne Hathaway nails it! Love the story, loved her performance! I would recommend for anyone who loves this classic book by L. Frank Baum.

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Anne did a fantastic job

I don't typically like audiobooks and yet this one was fantastic. Well done Anne Hathaway

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Love this book!!!

I love this book! The reader is awesome!! She has a voice for every character and some of them are REALLY hallariuos! She is great!!!!!

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Nice one for KIDS

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Hey it was pretty good for kids.

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