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Heidi

By: Johanna Spyri
Narrated by: Gemma Whelan
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Penguin presents the audiobook edition of Heidi by Johanna Spyri, read by Gemma Whelan.   

Little Heidi goes to live with her grandfather in his lonely hut high in the Alps, and she quickly learns to love her new life. But her strict aunt decides to send her away again to live in the town. Heidi cannot bear being away from the mountains and is determined to return to the happiness of life with her grandfather.

Public Domain (P)2019 Penguin Audio

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finally a narrator worth listening to

For years, I’ve been searching for a good audio version of Johanna Spyri’s Heidi. I've already purchased two other versions but neither is quite right. This historical classic needs a narrator who is expressive without being treacly or condescending and gets the comic elements of the book. Gemma Whelan (Yara Greyjoy in Game of Thrones) nails it.

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Beautiful story, terrific narrator

Our whole family, ages 7-47, loved it. Winsome, wholesome story that entertains and leaves one satisfied.

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Childhood Memories Revisited

Well read and justice for a Childhood classic! Gemma Whelan brings the book to life.

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Loved

It was the best book I’ve ever listened to and it always made me feel like it was never gonna end and I love that -Winslet 8
Heidi was one of the best audiobooks I’ve ever listened to and she inspired me to love my ancestors -Harte 9

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Wonderful story, wonderful narration

This timeless classic is brought to life by Gemma Wheland’s narration! Her tone of voice, voice inflections, and subtle changes of voice make this story a must-listen.

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I loved this book

I read this book when I was 9. I loved it and brought back memories of that time. Every girl should enjoy it.

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Such a good book

I just think that it is such a good book the story is very good

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Heidi

I loved it so much, I think that I liked the end the best

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Great message

The story is very Little House in the Prairie-like, and the message of God’s care, answer to prayer, forgiveness, and looking out for others is precious.

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  • 05-29-22

This was an amazing experience

I listen to it every night and it really is a great story to daze off to!!

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  • 12-23-21

A delightful return to a childhood favourite

Very enjoyable. Narrator has a lovely soothing voice, perfect for bedtime at 0.9 speed. Mispronunciation of a small handful of recurring words eg ‘wondering’ as ‘wandering’.

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  • 07-21-21

Absolute joy!

This book is an absolute treasure! Uplifting, joyful and hope-filled. Beautifully written and beautifully read. We all loved it (one adult and a 12 year old girl, 10 year old boy)

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  • 05-24-21

Beautiful story well read

A heart-warming story that immediately sent me back to when I first heard it as a child. The narrator was excellent with a calming voice that suited the tone of the book perfectly.

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  • Paul and Sal Troon
  • 10-15-20

Lovely bedtime listening

listening to this story is a tonic in itself.
it's a pleasant story and is well read.

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  • Elizabeth James
  • 10-13-22

Excellent

A favourite book throughout my life. Beautiful performance by Gemma Whelan of a beautifully written book.
Would certainly listen to this recording again.

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  • 02-06-22

Name the goats correctly please

Heide’s grandfather’s goats ARE NOT called “Daisy” and “Dusky”. Their names are “Schwanli” and “Baerli” or “Little Swan” and “Little Bear” if one must use the English translations.

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  • 10-20-21

Heidi

My mother's favourite story, and one of my own from childhood I remember reading whilst recovering from an illness ... beautifully narrated♡

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