Little Women, closely based on Louisa M Alcott's own experience of family life, was first published in 1869 and has never lost its extraordinary power to move and delight, from the heartrending story of gentle Beth to the humorous adventures of tomboyish Jo, and Meg's vain attempts to cut a fashionable figure in "society".
“Liza Ross's narration enhances our appreciation of this literary classic. Her appealing voice travels easily between lengthy prose sections and passages of vivid dialogue. Ross smoothly creates an atmosphere steeped in virtue, humor, and familial warmth that faithfully portrays the underlying religious and moral tone of the novel. Her repertoire of vocal characterizations brings to life the novel's range of richly drawn characters--the maturity and experience of Mrs. March, the authority and affirmation of Jo, the innocence of young Beth, and the humor and energy of Laurie. Interludes of classical music help establish the setting while they effectively separate the chapters.”
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“Ross possesses good diction and timing and skillfully varies her voice for each character in Little Women, which features classical piano interludes to mark scene changes. This recording is technically sharp and clear. Children and their families will be entertained by this production.”
School Library Journal...
“The narrator, Liza Ross, a voice artist with theater and television credits, does a remarkable job of bringing to life the voices of more than ten male and female characters, allowing the personalities of each character to emerge. The narration is nicely punctuated by classical piano music. Listeners in elementary and middle school will enjoy this version.”
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