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Title details for Misty of Chincoteague by Marguerite Henry - Available

Misty of Chincoteague

by Marguerite Henry
Edward Herrmann
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A Newbery Honor Book

Rediscover award-winning author Marguerite Henry's classic story about a wild horse's gentle colt with this faux leather–bound anniversary edition.
On an island of Chincoteague off the coasts of Virginia and Maryland lives a centuries-old band of wild ponies. Among them is the most mysterious of all, Phantom, a rarely seen mare that eludes all efforts to capture her—until a young boy and girl lay eyes on her and decide they can't live without her.

The frenzied roundup that follows on the next "Pony Penning Day" does indeed bring Phantom into their lives...in a way they never would have suspected. Phantom will forever be a creature of the wild. But her gentle, loyal colt Misty is another story altogether.

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  • Release date

    October 7, 2008

  • Formats

    • OverDrive Listen audiobook

      • ISBN: 9780743572514
      • File size: 72892 KB
      • Duration: 02:31:51

  • Languages

    • English

  • Levels

    • ATOS Level: 5.3
    • Lexile® Measure: 750
    • Interest Level: 4-8(MG)
    • Text Difficulty: 3-4

  • Reviews

    • AudioFile Magazine
      This story is set in the spectacular landscape of the barrier islands off the coast of Maryland. Edward Herrmann's expressive narration takes the listener through elaborate details of rural island life as well as the lives of the wild ponies of the area. Maureen and Paul Beebe, who live with their grandparents, dream of owning the wildest mare of all, "The Phantom," and they set out to earn enough money to buy her in the annual "pony penning" auction. One can easily differentiate the many island elders, always ready with advice, from the eager children who work hard to make their dreams come true. This classic is well served by the skilled Herrmann, who combines earnestness with a sense of humor. R.H.H. (c) AudioFile 2009, Portland, Maine
    • AudioFile Magazine
      Get out your handkerchiefs. Narrator Daisy Egan takes us into the world of children's hopes and dreams with this fully voiced reading. Two children, Paul and Maureen, work together to bring the wild pony, Phantom, and her newborn foal, Misty, to Chincoteague Island. Daisy Egan, child star of Broadway's "The Secret Garden," reads the story with the simplicity of longing and the thrill of dreams realized. She nearly captures the soft rhythms of Grandpa Beebe's Chesapeake Bay accent; she's dead center for Paul and Maureen. The direct, emotional quality of her reading is very moving. The abridgment by Claire Keller is smooth and does not intrude upon the story. This production invites every child who has longed for a horse to read more of Marguerite Henry's wonderful stories. L.S. (c)AudioFile, Portland, Maine
    • AudioFile Magazine
      Set on the Delmarva Peninsula, this Newbery Honor book describes the special relationship between a brother and sister and a pair of wild ponies, and contains unexpected twists and life lessons. John McDonough was born to read this story! He deftly uses intonation and expression to convey genuine emotion. An exceptional storyteller, McDonough captures the regional and generational qualities of the voices to produce memorable, real-life characters. McDonough masterfully builds suspense and excitement throughout this heartwarming tale, which will be enjoyed by generations to come. J.H.B. (c)AudioFile, Portland, Maine

Formats

  • OverDrive Listen audiobook

subjects

Languages

  • English

Levels

  • ATOS Level:5.3
  • Lexile® Measure:750
  • Interest Level:4-8(MG)
  • Text Difficulty:3-4

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