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The Velveteen Rabbit

By: Margery Williams
Narrated by: Meryl Streep
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Publisher's summary

"When a child loves you for a long, long time, not just to play with, but really loves you, then you become real."

First published in 1922, Margery Williams' enchanting story about a toy rabbit is a classic of children's literature. This gentle rendition comes alive through Meryl Streep's soothing narration and George Winston's beautiful music score. Ages four and up.

Public Domain (P)2016 Rabbit Ears Entertainment, LLC

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Enchanting story

Where does The Velveteen Rabbit rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

It's good and could of been great but sometimes the music almost drowned out the narration. I wish that the music was a little lower or Miss. Streep had read a little bit louder.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Velveteen Rabbit?

When the Velveteen Rabbit was told by the skin horse what it was like to become real from nursery magic.

Which character – as performed by Meryl Streep – was your favorite?

The Velveteen Rabbit

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

It made me sad when the rabbit was about to be burned.

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Really good book by rabbit ears. I look forward to more.

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Beautiful story!

This is one of my favorite stories. The performance is exquisite as is the music. It shares a message we all need to hear!

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Great story

My daughter loves this story. Meetl Streep's voice is soothing to put on for bed time for bedtime. I am sure we will listen to it 1,000 times.

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Exceptional

I never tire listening to this presentation of this story. I have listen to many other versions spoken by others but they are just not the same

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delightful timeless classic story

I bought this as a bedtime story for my children. The story is beautifully read by Meryl Streep, accompanied by sweet music, quite magically heart warming

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All little girls must hear!

My dad bought me thos on tape back in 1983. I now play it for my 8 yr old daughter. it has also created a deep love of George Winston music for me. This storybook is such a classic!

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Amazing!!!

I listen to it every night! It is such a calming story and the music is beautiful!
I highly recommend this story!

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Magical

These productions are wonderful for you and your children. I owned several of these when they came out in the 90's my daughters loved this story especially. the narration is wonderful to experience.

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Meryl Streep... Need I Say More?

Meryl Streep.... need I say more? A master storyteller teamed with a master story. Results are beyond expectations.

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My daughters favorite

My daughter listed to this book for years growing up. Now my granddaughter listens at her bedtimes and nap times when she is with me. So soothing and a beautiful story

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