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The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
- Narrated by: Charlie Mackesy
- Length: 58 mins
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Publisher's summary
Narrated by Charlie Mackesy.
Brought to you by Penguin.
With music by Max Richter and Isobel Waller-Bridge.
Discover the universal tale of four unlikely friends that has captured the hearts of readers of all ages, now available in audio.
Adapted into a BAFTA and Academy Award-winning animated short film.
Experience the world of a curious boy, a greedy mole, a wary fox and a wise horse who find themselves together in sometimes difficult terrain, sharing their greatest fears and biggest discoveries about vulnerability, kindness, hope, friendship and love.
Charlie's words and illustrations have brought comfort to many and have been shared online by readers around the world, as well as on t-shirts for Comic Relief, on magazine covers, on street lampposts in lockdown, in school classrooms, local cafés, and hospital ward walls. They've even been used as screensavers for NHS hospital computers in difficult times.
The shared adventures and important conversations between the four friends are full of life lessons that have connected with readers of all ages.
Enjoy the journey of The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse brought to life in audio by its author and illustrator Charlie Mackesy, with a beautiful music score and the real wildlife sounds of rural England.
Critic reviews
"Charlie Mackesy's mesmerising debut combines the simplicity of The Giving Tree, magic of The Velveteen Rabbit and the curiosity of Paddington." (Elisabeth Egan, New York Times)
"This is one of my favourite books." (Dr Rangan Chatterjee)
"Gorgeous." (Chris Evans)
What listeners say about The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
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- Luciana Van Lin
- 06-20-23
Simply beautiful
I love it. I find the author voice very calming. Amazing book. Thank you
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- ADRIANA
- 05-23-21
just amazing
love it so much, want to share it with all my friends xx thank you
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- Amazon Customer
- 06-15-23
Beautiful reminders
A beautiful reminder of the essence of life and it’s lessons. Beautiful composed and calming.
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- Letithia
- 05-17-21
Modern and refreshing perspective on life
Absolutely brilliant- best book I’ve ever had the honour of listening to. Suitable for young and old, really challenges thinking.
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- Amazing product
- 01-14-24
Amazing audiobook!
"The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse" is a heartwarming and beautifully illustrated book by Charlie Mackesy. It explores themes of friendship, kindness, and self-discovery through the endearing interactions between the main characters. The simplicity of the drawings complements the profound messages, making it a touching and uplifting read for all ages.
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- Blanca de Hvidsten
- 11-18-20
Life within discovery and Kindness
What a lovely story I could pause at each sentence and breathe kindness inn and suffering out. Transforming in love and kindness!
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- Helen Vosloo
- 11-10-21
Profoundly sensitive & inspiring book!
I just loved the artwork, sensitivity of the storyline & the narration of Charlie Mackesy
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- Anonymous User
- 10-03-22
A must read
Very pleasing, soul comforting and inspiring book to listen to, for young and old.
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- Anonymous User
- 11-29-22
wow
wow this book was absolutely beautiful and deep. loved how it was read and music and effects put the pictures in your mind
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- Miguel Tovar
- 01-25-23
Love, friendship and kindness!!!
This audible version expands the book, it has a natural ambiance that engulfs you and get you to feel love, friendship and kindness!
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