War Horse

By: Michael Morpurgo

Narrated by: John Keating

Length: 4 hrs and 3 mins

Publisher's summary

In 1914, a beautiful foal with a distinctive cross on his nose is sold to the Army and thrust into the midst of the war on the Western front. But his heart aches for Albert, the farmer's son he left behind. Will he ever see his true master again?

©1987 Michael Morpurgo (P)2010 Scholastic Audio

great story!

i liked how the book was told by the horse.. i love horses and believe they are a friend animal.. great story. i recommend this book.. would make a good gift.

So good 😍

This story was so dood but sad. I liked how it wasn’t from a persons perspective but a horses.

If you liked the movie...

you will love the book! A touching and well told tale from the horse's point of view, a la Black Beauty. A classic!

WONDERFUL! Loved this even after the movie

If you could sum up War Horse in three words, what would they be?

Sweet, unique, uplifting

What did you like best about this story?

I love that it is told from the perspecitve of the horse. The movie couldn't do that, but the book can.

What about John Keating’s performance did you like?

I loved the folksy nature of his telling. I felt I was in another place with his voice, and that was good.

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

I couldn't, I listen in the car to and from work, but I looked forward to driving somewhere - and that is a good thing with gas prices where they are.

Any additional comments?

It is different from the movie, but not in a bad way. I am glad I saw the movie first, this filled it in, made it richer, and gave me visuals to work with while listening. I only wish I could have gone with my parents to see it on Broadway too.

War and caring from the view of the horse.

Would you consider the audio edition of War Horse to be better than the print version?

Didn't read the print version. The audio gave me the passion of the horse that print could not ever have done.

Who was your favorite character and why?

The horse was my favorite character. You felt how he felt. You cared how he cared.

Which character – as performed by John Keating – was your favorite?

Again it is the horse. He personified the emotions and showed a wonderful side of the horse.

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

I wanted to cry at times, however, the author kept you from totally breaking down. The horse's reaction to conditions were such that you knew you were dealing with a horse, not a man. But the emotions were strong.

Any additional comments?

This would be wonderful for adults or teens. I would like to thank both the author and the reader for telling a story so caring and fulfilling.

War and caring from the view of the horse.

Would you consider the audio edition of War Horse to be better than the print version?

Didn't read the print version. The audio gave me the passion of the horse that print could not ever have done.

Who was your favorite character and why?

The horse was my favorite character. You felt how he felt. You cared how he cared.

Which character ??? as performed by John Keating ??? was your favorite?

Again it is the horse. He personified the emotions and showed a wonderful side of the horse.

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

I wanted to cry at times, however, the author kept you from totally breaking down. The horse's reaction to conditions were such that you knew you were dealing with a horse, not a man. But the emotions were strong.

Any additional comments?

This would be wonderful for adults or teens. I would like to thank both the author and the reader for telling a story so caring and fulfilling.

A wonderful performance!

I love this story of the relationship between Joey and Albert, and the narration is indeed superb. Now I hope I can find a DVD of the movie adaptation. Definitely an audiobook I recommend.

movie was better

very rarely do I feel like the movie is better than the book. however, in this case it rings true. The movie is simply amazing! I felt like the book was lacking. maybe if I'd read the book first I'd feel differently.

Black Beauty Revisited

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

yes - a nice touching story, well narrated

What was most disappointing about Michael Morpurgo’s story?

Black Beauty kept coming to mind

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

I have no base for comparison

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

No

Any additional comments?

No

awesome story

Would you consider the audio edition of War Horse to be better than the print version?

i havent read it

What was one of the most memorable moments of War Horse?

When Joey is reunited with his original boy

Which character – as performed by John Keating – was your favorite?

joey

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

A story of True Unconditional Love

Any additional comments?

This is a thrilling book not only for animal lovers but for anyone. I loved it! the story line is similar in some ways to the old Anna Sewell classic Black Beauty.