Little House in the Big Woods
Written by Laura Ingalls Wilder
Narrated by Cherry Jones
4.5/5
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About this audiobook
The book that started it all! Little House in the Big Woods is the first book in Laura Ingalls Wilder's treasured Little House series, which is based on her life growing up as an American pioneer.
Told from four-year-old Laura's point-of-view, this story begins in 1871 in a little log cabin on the edge of the Big Woods of Wisconsin. Laura lives in the little house with her Pa, her Ma, her sisters Mary and Carrie, and their trusty dog, Jack. Pioneer life is sometimes hard for the family, since they must grow or catch all their own food as they get ready for the cold winter. But it is also exciting as Laura and her family celebrate Christmas with homemade toys and treats, do the spring planting, bring in the harvest, and make their first trip into town. And every night they are safe and warm in their little house, with the happy sound of Pa's fiddle sending Laura and her sisters off to sleep.
And so begins Laura Ingalls Wilder's beloved story of a pioneer girl and her family. The nine Little House books have been cherished by generations of readers as both a unique glimpse into America's frontier history and a heartwarming, unforgettable story.
Laura Ingalls Wilder
Laura Ingalls Wilder (1867–1957) was born in a log cabin in the Wisconsin woods. With her family, she pioneered throughout America’s heartland during the 1870s and 1880s, finally settling in Dakota Territory. She married Almanzo Wilder in 1885; their only daughter, Rose, was born the following year. The Wilders moved to Rocky Ridge Farm at Mansfield, Missouri, in 1894, where they established a permanent home. After years of farming, Laura wrote the first of her beloved Little House books in 1932. The nine Little House books are international classics. Her writings live on into the twenty-first century as America’s quintessential pioneer story.
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Readers find this title to be a delightful and wholesome read. The narration by Cherry Jones is praised for bringing the story to life, and the musical additions add to the enjoyment. Many readers appreciate the accuracy of the historical setting and the valuable lessons taught in the book. However, there are a few negative reviews that mention missing pages, racist language, and a lack of plot and character development. Overall, this book is recommended for children and adults interested in 19th century America.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5I liked reading about Laura's house in the big wood.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5As long as I've been reading these books, I find something new in them. Very interesting account of life in the big woods of Wisconsin.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5It's a lovely, charming, touching story to be sure. It's more than that of course. It's a valuable resource for anyone interested in 19th century America.
This is a really lovely recording. The tunes and songs are a treat and draw you right into this other world.1 person found this helpful
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5I loved hearing how in bygone days they lived, made cheeses, bread, cookies, corn meal cakes, hunted animals, preserved it. wish it had been longer. must read for children and adults. My 9 year old twins loved listening to it and going to sleep.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Absolutely wonderful. Consumed in less than a day. I am excited to move on to the next book! Cherry Jones is a magnificent narrator! Ms. Wilders writing is detailed, colorful and expressive. Truly magical.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Best book ever because it tells us about life before all this new stuff!
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Play dear
In the beginning the game in the end - Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5I have loved this book for 50 years . It's a go-to for a simpler time in life feeling.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Loved the narration. Such a classic, beautiful story. Happy to share this with my son.
- Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5Loved these books as a kid. Now listening to it as an adult it is very simple. Definitely, for young readers
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5This audiobook made me feel sorry for other audiobooks LOL. The narrator turned reading into a performance art. It was just exquisite. Pa's fiddle music and singing was so charming.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Cherry Jones does an amazing job... I've listened four times to this version alone! Check out the Little House on the Prarie next. Cherry doesn't disappoint! Enjoy...
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Cherry Jones does a wonderful job reading this book. My kids love this book! The musical additions to the reading were delightful. This book is a true classic!
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Like little house on the peirce good clean family stories with Chriastoan values that teach lesson. Glad they could mKe the TV show after her books
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5This was so wholesome I enjoyed it thoroughly and I will be picking up the rest of the books!
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5I love the accuracy of the time of the setting. It really takes me back to the days when life was much simpler. It was hard work but very rewarding.
- Rating: 2 out of 5 stars2/5I'm sorry but this did not appeal to me whatsoever. I know I'm not its target and that I don't have the nostalgia factor on my side. And perhaps that had something to do with it. But the fact that it has no plot and no character development doesn't help my cause. I can't say anything about the characters because I don't know them. They are just there. To top it off, the writing style didn't make me feel a single thing.
I guess this book just felt flat for me. - Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Fun to listen to, though the book does have some racist language that was common when it was written.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5I recommend this book and all the other little hours books
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5The woman narrating this book does a great job singing. I like her voice. She's very calming and tells the story with much energy. The book seems to come to life.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5This was a great read aloud for my three girls (8,5,3)
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5We enjoy Laura ingalls wilder. This reading is always delightful. The reader does an excellent job with these
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5I love this
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For the book to be posted - Rating: 1 out of 5 stars1/5This copy has an error. In chapter six one minute they are in their cabin next (8.35min mark) they are in the middle of a dance at their grandpas. Quiet a few pages are missing.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5It was a cozy and sweet story. I enjoyed it.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Often it says it’s working when it’s I thought even whenever I try downloading it
- Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5I am 6 I thought this book was ok. But read it.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5loved this book as a child and enjoyed it as an adult.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5i LOVE this book because of the lessons it teaches us.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5It was fun listening to this classic book after all these years. Cherry Jones was fantastic.
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