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The Firebird
Brad Kessler, Robert Van Nutt, Susan Sarandon
Hardcover (Simon & Schuster, Sept. 1, 1996)When Ivan presents the czar with a golden feather from the Firebird, the greedy ruler sends the young archer off on a series of quests, including the kidnapping of the czar's betrothed. Read by Susan Sarandon. Music by Mark Isham.
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Joseph and His Brothers
Brian Gleeson, Garnet Henderson
Hardcover (Simon & Schuster, April 1, 1995)Young Joseph suffers the ultimate betrayal when his older brothers sell him into slavery. Yet he overcomes this misfortune with honesty and industriousness.
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Finn McCoul: The Legendary Irish Folk Hero
Brian Gleeson, Peter de Seve, Catherine O'Hara
Hardcover (Rabbit Ears, Oct. 1, 1995)The giant Finn McCoul, nervous about a forthcoming confrontation with the great Cucullin, flees to his castle on top of Knockmany Hill and appeals to his clever wife, Oonagh, for help in outwitting his opponent. Read by Catherine O'Hara. Music by Boys of the Lough.
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Rabbit Ears Treasury of Christmas Stories: Volume Two: Gingham Dog and Calico Cat, Lion and Lamb
Rabbit Ears, Amy Grant, Christopher Reeve
Audio CD (Listening Library (Audio), Sept. 9, 2008)Rabbit Ears Treasury of Christmas Stories: Volume 2 enlivens and entertains with these festive holiday stories read by your favorite stars and featuring original music by some of today’s greatest artists.The Gingham Dog and the Calico Cat Read by Amy Grant * Original Music by Chet AtkinsHere is the endearing story of two Christmas presents–a dog and a cat–who fall out of Santa’s sleigh. Though it does not come naturally, they work together to find their new home. Ultimately, their love for one another brings harmony to the entire household.The Lion and the LambRead by Amy Grant and Chrisopher Reeve * Original Music by Lyle MaysIn this wonderous fable, an escaped lion and a new-born lamb teach a brother and sister about the true spirit of Christmas. Based on European legends, this heartful holiday story is certain to be a seasonal classic.
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Fool And the Flying Ship
Eric Metaxas
Library Binding (Spotlight, Jan. 1, 2007)When the Tsar proclaims that he will marry his daughter to the man who brings him a flying ship, a goofy country bumpkin sets out to try his luck and meets some unusual companions on the way.
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King Midas & The Golden Touch
Eric Metaxas, Rodica Prato
Preloaded Digital Audio Player (Spotlight, Jan. 1, 2007)One day King Midas sees a beautiful butterfly illuminated by the golden light of the afternoon sun. He is so taken with it that he wishes for the power to turn all things he touches into gold. But when a strange messenger arrives in a chariot and grants him his desire, King Midas soon comes to realize that there are some things in life more precious than gold. This poignant adaptation of the ancient Greek myth offers a valuable message to your family.
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Puss in Boots
Eric Metaxas, Pierre Le Tan
Preloaded Digital Audio Player (Abdo Publishing Company, Jan. 1, 2007)An adaptation of the Perrault tale in which a clever cat secures the fortune of his rather dimwitted young owner.
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East of the Sun, West of the Moon
D J Machale, Vivienne Flesher
Preloaded Digital Audio Player (Spotlight, Jan. 1, 2007)Hidden deep in the blue forest of Norway, there lived a peasant farmer and his family. In a fierce storm, a mysterious white bear arrives with a strange proposal to make them rich if their youngest daughter will go to live with him in his golden cavern. They agree, and for a time all goes well, but when the girl ignores the kindly bear's advice, she must travel to the castle that lies East of the Sun and West of the Moon to face the horrible Troll Queen. This touching Scandinavian tale will transport your family to the faraway land of the midnight sun.
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Red Riding Hood
Tom Roberts, Laszlo Kubinyi
Hardcover (Simon & Schuster, Oct. 1, 1995)Meg Ryan narrates the classic tale from the Brothers Grimm about a little girl who makes a trip to her grandmother's house and meets up with a scheming wolf along the way. Music by Art Lander.