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Smith of Wootton Major

By: J. R. R. Tolkien
Narrated by: Derek Jacobi
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Tolkien’s acclaimed modern classic ‘fairie’ tale, read by Derek Jacobi.

Smith of Wootton Major journeys to the Land of Faery thanks to the magical ingredients of the Great Cake of the Feast of Good Children.

©1967, 2005 The Tolkien Trust (P)1999 HarperCollins Publishers Dragons & Mythical Creatures Epic Epic Fantasy Fantasy Humorous Magic Fiction Mythology Comedy

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J R R Tolkien at his best. And you can even see whispers of concepts within this tail reflected in later works.

Really love this story

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if you want to be cheered up, entertained and inspired then listen to this version. it is superbly done in a way that does tolkien justice

excellent in every way

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i love reading and listening to tolkiens more short stuff and this story is just lovely!
the only comment i will make is that the audiobook doesnt include the notes and all of that stuff that the printed book does

lovely

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This is an odd story, yet I find that I like it. Jacobi performs well. However, I much prefer the actual physical book with its mysterious illustrations.

A curious tale

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A nice little story gives one an insight into other facets of Tolkien - probably listen to it over and over again.

Smith of Wootton Major

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Quite possibly my favourite Tolkien story (besides The Lord Of The Rings and The Hobbit of course).

Enchanting

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A great story from the pen of the great Tolkien. Perfect bedtime reading or listening for children and adults alike.

Wonderful and Magical

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I really enjoyed this - and Derek Jacobi has a wonderful voice, would listen to anything he narrated!

Lovely short story

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Will be enjoyed by children who like magical tales. A simple story about a cook, a cake and a star!

Little known magical tale

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A short story by tolkien, showing his passion for fay or faery. Beautifully written and very well read.

Tolkien on faery

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