I highly recommend both Kipling's Just So Stories and Mr. Read 9 reviews from the worlds largest community for readers. Palmer reads the asides (the bits directed to the listener, 'Best Beloved') smoothly, incorporating them into the overall story beautifully - not as true interruptions. His treatment of certain phrases (for instance, '.for all the gold in Arabia.' and 'humph', both from the story of How the Camel Got Its Hump) gave me a more accurate idea of what the author was trying to convey with that choice of words. He 'does the voices' and reads every word or sound written in Kipling's stories. His reading is clear and easy to understand, not too quick, but not dragging. I enjoyed reading the stories myself, but didn't understand the significance of certain phrases until I heard this read by Mr. His wild and interesting explanations for the world around us are captivating and humorous. Each story is illustrated by a contemporary picture-book artist. Kipling is an imaginative author with a knack for storytelling. This title includes eight stories which give answers to these and other intriguing questions. My 4 year old loves them as have my nephews (10 and below), my Godchildren (10 and below) and all of the adults associated with these children, including my mother. These stories are excellent for both children and adults. A wonderful reading of a terrific collection!

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