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There have always been tales of scale: giants and wee people; the weak and the strong. Listening to Simon Brooks, you will journey into that mythic world. Gather 'round. Let these tales inspire you, lift you, and carry you away.
Genre:
Kids/Family: Children's Storytelling
Release Date:
2008
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Second-hand Tales
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Record Label: Simon Brooks, storyteller
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This CD has been awarded the Silver Honor Award from Parent's Choice, 2009!Review:Simon Brooks has applied his own unique polish and plot adaptations to four popular tales that are loved by all ages. Provocative contrasts occur in both the deliveries and story themes, such as "telling the truth" when the monkey breaks his promise to bring his heart to the dragon (The Dragon and the Monkey's Heart), but the heroine keeps her promise to return with her sword to rescue the princess (Shape-Shifting Girl). A dominant theme throughout the CD is the power of the "little guy." In Goat from the Hills and Mountains, several strong creatures failed in their attempts to help protect a family from a menacing goat, but a tiny ant is the one who comes to the rescue. The final story (One Wish) encourages clever thinking when someone is faced with a major dilemma.Brooks' savvy sound effects and distinctive British dialect add to the story interest. Although many versions of these stories exist, listeners will applaud Brooks' transformations of these timeless and relevant tales.Dr. Flora Joy ©2009 Parents' Choice
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More Second Hand Tales
author: Mary Jo Maichack
I love this CD because Simon is a master of character voices, and is hilarious and heart-felt at the same time. He makes a nice selection of moods, and I love the feelings he invokes in me as I listen. As a professional teller and musician, I recommend this as a great listen. Buy it, you'll be glad!
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Beautifully rendered tales
author: Amy Friedman
As a story teller, I\'m ultra-critical, but Simon\'s renderings are lovely and inspiring.
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More Secondhand Tales
author: The Pike Family
This CD is a \"must have\" for any children\'s audio collection. We\'ve enjoyed the CD on long road trips and rainy afternoons, during play dates, and anytime we need a little fantasy and frolic in our day. Simon\'s telling of these stories will be an instant favorite with anyone, but particularly those young of heart and full of imagination.
Simon has done it again! Bravo!
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Simon Brooks Storyteller More Second Hand Tales
author: Marla, Jarod & Aaron
We got this CD just a few days ago, and have listened to it atleast 30 times! We love it!!! My sons cant decide which is their favorite and neither can I!! A must have for children and adults alike! Would make a great birthday present for kiddo's!
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