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Bernard Cribbins reads Charles Kingsley's much-loved tale about a little chimney-sweep who is turned into a water baby. Tom the chimney-sweep has a hard life. He is beaten by his master, the cruel Mr Grimes, and forced to climb up dark flues where he bruises his knees and elbows and gets soot in his eyes. He is always hungry, for there is never enough to eat, and always dirty, as there is nowhere for him to wash.

"The Water Babies, A Fairy Tale for a Land Baby" is a children's novel by the Reverend Charles Kingsley. Written in 1862-1863 as a serial for Macmillan's Magazine, it was first published in its entirety in 1863. The book was extremely popular in England during its day, and was a mainstay of British children's literature for many decades.

There are very few children's stories that have raised as much outrage in grown-up politics as The Water Babies did when it first appeared in 1863. It was written by Charles Kingsley for his own little boy and shortly after he had been made tutor to the Prince of Wales.

Join us as we delve into Kingsleys enchanting retelling of Greek mythology, crafted specifically for young listeners. In Heroes, discover the timeless tales of brave and skilled men who dared to do extraordinary things. The ancient Greeks honored these individuals for their contributions to society—whether slaying fierce beasts, battling evil, or founding towns. Their legacy of courage and selflessness continues to inspire us today, reminding us that true heroism often lies in the willingness to endure hardship for the greater good of our fellow humans. This captivating collection is sure to...

In Heroes, or Greek Fairy Tales for my Children, Charles Kingsley presents a captivating collection of three enchanting Greek mythology tales Perseus, The Argonauts, and Theseus. With a deep appreciation for these timeless stories, Kingsley believed that the thrilling adventures of these legendary characters would inspire children to aspire to greater heights with integrity and bravery.

Once upon a time there were two princes who were twins... begins Charles Kingsley in his 1856 rendering of Greek mythological heroes for children. Featuring the many exploits of Perseus, Jason and the Argonauts, and Theseus, this timeless collection of myths is a rich tapestry of adventure celebrated in early Greek lore. Kingsley’s Heroes is a classic book that will please listeners of all ages.

Julia McKenzie, Timothy West and Berlie Doherty star in this BBC Radio 4 full-cast dramatisation of Charles Kingsley's classic tale of a chimney sweep who becomes a water baby.