The Story of the Amulet (version 2)
E. Nesbit
Read by Padraig O'hIceadha
The Story of the Amulet invites young readers on a magical journey filled with adventure and discovery. In this enchanting tale by E. Nesbit, the familiar group of children reunites with the Psammead, the sand-fairy from their previous escapades. However, this time, the Psammead's role has shifted; it can no longer grant wishes but serves as a guide as the children explore the mysteries of a powerful amulet.
Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century England, the story weaves together elements of fantasy and friendship. As the children navigate their new challenges, they learn valuable lessons about courage, imagination, and the importance of their bond. The amulet itself becomes a symbol of their adventures, leading them to unexpected places and experiences.
This novel is the concluding part of a beloved trilogy, following the adventures in Five Children and It and The Phoenix and the Carpet. E. Nesbit's storytelling combines whimsy with thoughtful insights, making it a delightful listen for children and adults alike.
Chapters
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| 01 - The Psammead | 34:01 | Read by Padraig O'hIceadha | |
| 02 - The Half Amulet | 28:09 | Read by Padraig O'hIceadha | |
| 03 - The Past | 25:28 | Read by Padraig O'hIceadha | |
| 04 - Eight Thousand Years Ago | 33:21 | Read by Padraig O'hIceadha | |
| 05 - The Fight in the Village | 31:12 | Read by Padraig O'hIceadha | |
| 06 - The Way to Babylon | 37:13 | Read by Padraig O'hIceadha | |
| 07 - 'The Deepest Dungeon Below the Castle Moat' | 43:50 | Read by Padraig O'hIceadha | |
| 08 - The Queen in London | 48:17 | Read by Padraig O'hIceadha | |
| 09 - Atlantis | 39:44 | Read by Padraig O'hIceadha | |
| 10 - The Little Black Girl and Julius | 34:25 | Read by Padraig O'hIceadha | |
| 11 - Before Pharaoh | 44:14 | Read by Padraig O'hIceadha | |
| 12 - The Sorry-Present and the Expelled Little Boy | 42:45 | Read by Padraig O'hIceadha | |
| 13 - The Shipwreck on the Tin Islands | 36:24 | Read by Padraig O'hIceadha | |
| 14 - The Heart's Desire | 47:15 | Read by Padraig O'hIceadha |
Reviews
My review
Monica Underwood
It was imaginative, creative, and highly interesting. The reader's tactics were great, but I would say that at some times pronunciation of the English words was a bit un-Englishy. - Lizzie, age 8
Not so happy of a story
Sherie Black
Reader did a good job. Just didn't care for story
A LibriVox Listener
Disappointed in this story and reader.
David Oman
still good and the bit with the magical fire somining That's probably spelt Rong but the fire somining chanting was just to good Mariah Z Tonamin 14