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James Marshall retells the familiar tale in which one of three pigs survives a wolf's attacks by using his head.

A hearty and robust retelling of Cinderella supported by grinning rats and a wacky fairy godmother as only James Marshall could imagine them.

Our Island Story by H. E. Marshall is an Edwardian history book for younger listeners (age six to 12) that tells the story of England, concluding with the reign of Queen Victoria. Having released it unabridged in three volumes, Naxos AudioBooks now offers an attractive collection of the main stories and personalities. This skilful abridgement nevertheless maintains the narrative of British history, from the arrival of Julius Caesar to the height of the British Empire and the long reign of Queen Victoria.

Performed by Academy-Award winner Kathy Bates. Beloved author James Marshall puts a hilarious twist on a classic tale in his retelling of Hansel and Gretel. Abandoned in the woods, what will Hansel and Gretel-so innocent, so vulnerable, so deliciously plump-do when they come face-to-face with a dastardly, ugly, over-dressed witch?

Red Riding Hood encounters an urbane wolf on the way to her sick grandmother's house.

I Can Jump Puddles is Alan Marshall's story of his childhood - a happy world in which, despite his crippling poliomyelitis, he plays, climbs, fights, swims, rides and laughs. His world was the Australian countryside early last century: rough-riders, bushmen, farmers and tellers of tall stories - a world held precious by the young Alan Marshall.

Set in the Netherlands, the beautiful land of windmills, tulips, and wooden shoes, the story concerns the experiences of the impoverished Brinker family, including the thrilling race for the silver skates. The good deeds of the Brinker children, Hans and Gretel, help to restore their father's health and bring about their own good fortune.