The Invention of Hugo Cabret

De: Brian Selznick

Narrado por: Jeff Woodman

Orphan, clock keeper, and thief, Hugo lives in the walls of a busy Paris train station, where his survival depends on secrets and anonymity. But when his world suddenly interlocks with an eccentric, bookish girl and a bitter old man who runs a toy booth in the station, Hugo's undercover life and his most precious secret are put in jeopardy. A cryptic drawing, a treasured notebook, a stolen key, a mechanical man, and a hidden message from Hugo's dead father form the backbone of this intricate, tender, and spellbinding mystery.©2007 Brian Selznick (P)2006 Scholastic Inc. All rights reserved. SCHOLASTIC and associated logos are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Scholastic Inc.

Reseñas de la Crítica

"It's wonderful. Take that overused word literally: Hugo Cabret evokes wonder." ( New York Times Book Review)

"A true masterpiece." ( Publishers Weekly, starred review)

"A fast-paced treat for tweens." ( People Magazine)

engaging story for the whole family

Our family read the book last year when it came out, and it appealed to both my 5 year old son and 7 year old daughter. The book is VERY visual, however, with nearly 1/4 of the pages being full (and very detailed) black and white illustrations that evoke the silent film era that the book refers to. The illustrations actually move the plot of the book forward, so I was skeptical about the ability of an audiobook to do justice to the book. They solve the dilemma of several pages of wordless pictures by resorting to old-style radio sound effects, which work fairly well, and also call to mind days gone by.

The book made a car trip go by quickly for everyone, and the kids wanted to start it over again. I'd recommend the story highly, but strongly suggest that you read the book as well in order to really experience Hugo's adventure.

Cute story and easy listen

I didn't realize when I bought it, but this seems to be a kids book. It's a cute story and very easy to listen too.

LOVE this, I hope the movie is as good

Would you listen to The Invention of Hugo Cabret again? Why?

Yes

Any additional comments?

I don't care if this is a kid's book. It was wonderful. Just delightful. I hope the movie does it justice.

This guy knows how to tell a story!!!

If you could sum up The Invention of Hugo Cabret in three words, what would they be?

Great invention!

Who was your favorite character and why?

My favorite was Pappa George. He was the original, the mind behind the magic, the wise and slowly fading glow. He was the teacher; he just didn't know that he was still doing it.

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

Loved the sound effects in the background. Great touch. It fit the story well. Jeff's voice was soothing when needed and rough at the right times. Well read. I would listen to more read by him.

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

yes and glad I did

My kids and I loved this.

My 8 and 6 year old loved this story. We have the actual book so we had the wonderful illustrations to look at too. They are amazing and I wish they were included with the download.