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This is 'Complete and Unabridged'. The 7 CDs have a combined running time of approx. 8 hours 25 minutes.
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Just when it seems that there cannot possibly be another twist to the Harry Potter tale, Stephen Fry dons his haughtiest and naughtiest tones to bring Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone to vibrant life on audio.
Harry Potter has spent the first 10 years of his life at the mercy of the dreadful Dursleys--the aunt, uncle and fat, spoilt brat of a cousin who reluctantly gave him a home after the death of his mother and father. But on his 11th birthday Harry discovers that he is no ordinary boy, and despite the best efforts of his hideous relatives he escapes to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry to begin his new life as a trainee wizard. And the rest, as they say, is history...
As Harry battles against the evils thrown in his path, Stephen Fry injects the proceedings with a wry, dry and extremely contagious humour that perfectly suits the tale, wringing out the best in Harry and his cohorts as they get to grips with their new lives at the sharp end of Hogwarts. Fry's innate upper-class drone is perfectly suited to the telling of this most magical tale, cracking into the high-pitched squawking of Hermione the swat, or the gentle tones of the firm but fair Dumbledore, or the evil sniping of slimey Snape at precisely the right moments, adding further atmosphere and intensity to the story
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is a fine story and much has been written about its success but until you have heard Fry's cracking reading of this most magical of stories then you simply haven't lived. As with any audio book, this one is perfect for car journeys and an ideal way of introducing reluctant readers to the magic that is Harry Potter. (Age 9 and over) --Susan Harrison
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
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Audio introduction to the Potter world,
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This review is from: Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (Book 1 - Audio CD) (Audio CD)
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone has become one of the most famous books ever written, at least for children. This reading by Stephen Fry is an unabridged audio cassette of the book. The reading is very enjoyable and not at all overdone like many readings for children. The story itself is the simplest and shortest of the Potter saga so far, rather in the style of 'What Harry did at school' But it's probably the best for children and the storytelling is enchanting. Although the length is quite formidable, the lack of abridgement is a very good thing, meaning that there are no confusing gaps in the plot or loss of Rowling's excellent narrative. All 6 cassettes come in a nice chunky box and it makes a good present. Definitely better than the film.
61 of 66 people found the following review helpful:
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Stephen Fry is a genious,
By Elizabeth Trigg (Lancs, UK) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (Unabridged 7 Audio CD Set) (Audio CD)
Most of these reviews concentrate on praise for J K Rowling, and as I agree with all that has been said, I won't add to them, but instead heap praise onto Stephen Fry. His narration is far and away the best that I have listened to over many years of enjoying audio books. Each and every character has their own distinctive and perfectly-judged voice, so that you know instantly who is speaking before the name is given. This makes it so much easier to simply enjoy the wonderful story without being distracted by confusion as to who is saying what, as so often happens with other narrators. I would probably never have bothered with Harry Potter if the unabridged Philosopher's Stone had not been broadcast on Boxing Day several years ago. We had a very long drive home after a family visit, and thought that this would wile away at least part of the journey. Part of it! We were completely enthralled all the way home, and then made a dash for the house, and frantically retuned the radio. We sat at the kitchen table until it was finished. We have bought all of the others as they came out, and they have all been great. I recommend listening to these stories whilst curled up on the sofa on a Winter's evening over any T.V program that I can think of.
20 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
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CD Magic!!!,
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This review is from: Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (Unabridged 7 Audio CD Set) (Audio CD)
Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone read by Stephen Fry is the best CD book I have ever listened to. I am sure most people will agree that J.K. Rowling is a genius at writing the Harry Potter books, which over the last few years have become an international phenomenon. Now, with a lot of help from Stephen Fry they have put together a magnificent masterpiece, they have put it all on to CDs. I really don't think they could of chosen anyone better to read Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone than Stephen Fry. I am not the slightest bit surprised that he won a Talkie award for his reading of it. I would recommend this CD book to anyone.Ashley Bickerstaff (Age 10)
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