The Wind in the Willows (version 3)


Read by Adrian Praetzellis

(4.8 stars; 1507 reviews)

The classic story of how Rat, Mole, and the other river-bankers saved Toad from his excesses. This book has it all: excitement, sentiment, destruction of private property (plenty of that), paganism, and a happy ending. The prose is beautiful and occasionally requires the use of a dictionary - I had to look up “asperities.” Written as a children’s story, The Wind in the Willows is enjoyed by many grown-ups who relish Grahame’s ability to evoke the long summer days of childhood. (Summary by Adrian Praetzellis) (6 hr 55 min)

Chapters

The River Bank 29:30 Read by Adrian Praetzellis
The Open Road 31:28 Read by Adrian Praetzellis
The Wild Wood 31:17 Read by Adrian Praetzellis
Mr. Badger 33:39 Read by Adrian Praetzellis
Dulce Domum 38:23 Read by Adrian Praetzellis
Mr. Toad 33:30 Read by Adrian Praetzellis
The Piper at the Gates of Dawn 28:08 Read by Adrian Praetzellis
Toad's Adventures 33:52 Read by Adrian Praetzellis
Wayfarers All 39:42 Read by Adrian Praetzellis
The Further Adventures of Toad 41:12 Read by Adrian Praetzellis
"Like Summer Tempests Came His Tears" 41:06 Read by Adrian Praetzellis
The Return of Ulysses 33:34 Read by Adrian Praetzellis

Reviews

Enthralling


(5 stars)

Beautifully read with superb attention to detail; with regards to the varying accents and mannerisms. Took me back to being a little girl, laying in bed on a Sunday night, giggling at my dad's renditions of Mr. Toad! Thank you to all involved. This was a true pleasure.

Great book, great reader


(5 stars)

A masterfully written work, read by a masterfully reader. I love the influence of morals in the story, coupled with the reflectiveness of the main characters. I haven't heard any other versions of this audiobook and I'm satisfied enough not to go looking. I love the consistency of unique voices for each animal and I'm certain it would appeal to a younger audience as well (get a small dictionary 😉). Highly recommended for everyone.

Adrian Praerzillis rocks


(5 stars)

I like the way he is able to imitate people like,mole,badger,ratty and toad so next time I am downloading a book hopefully I stumble across a book read by Adrian Praerzillis so whoever is reading this review download it immediately!!!!!!!!❤️❤️it is even better than any other book i have listened to!!!!!!❤️❤️❤️

dogpaddle


(5 stars)

Mr Praetzellis’s reading of this tale brought hours of joy and laughter into my life. Delightful. I am telling all my friends about it - young and old. This experience has become a new high water mark for what the internet could be. Thank you Adrian and LibriVox.

Wonderful reader


(5 stars)

The reader was amazing, he made a great effort and even sang the songs! I didn't enjoy too much the story but I think it is just my opinion, after having read Oscar Wilde's stories for children I think a set up my expectations too high.


(5 stars)

I love this version. Thank you Adrian for a wonderful rendition of this great story. Your voice and the winds in the willows are well suited for each other. I loved how Adrian changed his voice for each of the main characters. His voice keeps you engaged and like you’re part of the adventure as well.

miller


(5 stars)

As I was listening to this novel, I imagined the animals as people. The situations are very similar to what we experience. Friends, acquaintances, good & evil, fears, humbleness and pridefulness. I was very surprised how the book ended. There was true repentance. Not sure that would’ve been the outcome in our world.

Absolutely love it!


(5 stars)

Adrian Praetzellis' narration of this charming tale is superb. His characterisations of the dear little creatures, of whom I was so fond as a child, are incredibly distinct. He literally brings them to life. And the songs! Truly a treat in every way. Bravo!