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The Story of the Nutcracker Audio

By: E.T.A. Hoffmann
Narrated by: Claire Bloom
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A Timeless Christmas Story

E.T.A. Hoffman's magical tale of an enchanted nutcracker, an evil mouse king, and a faithful young girl has been a holiday classic for generations. Combined here with the much-loved music of Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Suite, the narrated story unfolds with a bewitching blend of wonder and drama that is sure to delight time and time again.

The celebrated actress, Claire Bloom, rose to international fame after her appearance in Charles Chaplin's movie masterpiece, Limelight.

The classic tale of an enchanted nutcracker and an evil mouse king is paired with the sublime music of Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Suite. A bewitching blend of wonder and drama that is sure to delight, time and time again. An ALA Notable Recording. Animals Animals & Nature Christmas Classics Fiction Holidays & Celebrations Humorous Fiction Literature & Fiction Science Fiction & Fantasy Royalty
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loved it I used to listen as a child and was so happy to find the same exact recording on audible the memories of listening with my grandma came flooding back just perfect

nostalgic and beautiful

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My only complaint is that the narrator is a bit quite especially when the music starts up, other then that I could make her out perfectly

Wonderful

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ive been listening to this version of the Nutcracker story for 35 years and it's still as brilliant as the first time I heard it. Now I enjoy listening to this with my grandchildren who are enjoying it just as much.

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