From AudioFile
British actor Phillip Madoc's outstanding narration conveys all of the warmth and affection of this 1939 classic about growing up in a Welsh coal-mining village. Endearing without being overly sentimental, Madoc's perfect Welsh accent differentiates the characters clearly, consistently and fondly. His low personal tones throughout the first-person narrative speak from the heart and draw the listener into an engrossing tale. This audio production coincides with the long-awaited video release of the 1941 Academy Award-winning film based on the same story. S.K. (c)AudioFile, Portland, Maine

FROM THE PUBLISHER

First published in 1939. The author captures the song of his nation of singers and made it into the story of the childhood and youth of Huw Morgan, a miner's son, in a South Wales valley.

FROM THE CRITICS

AudioFile - Paul E. Ferrari

Hats off to one of the most enjoyable audiobooks in years! The 60-year-old Welsh author recalls his childhood amid the lush, green hills where his coal-mining family struggled with companies and unions in the shadow of the advancing slag heap. Tull￯﾿ﾽs reading is a rich, unforgettable performance, flavored with character and extravagant care. We hear his many voices as much as Llewellyn￯﾿ﾽs: his pauses, his rhythms, his sheer delight and his sorrows. If Oscars could be awarded for audio performances (and why shouldn￯﾿ﾽt they?), his flawless reading deserves one. P.E.F. An AUDIOFILE Earphones Award winner ￯﾿ﾽAudioFile, Portland, Maine

AudioFile - Sheldon Kaye

British actor Phillip Madoc￯﾿ﾽs outstanding narration conveys all of the warmth and affection of this 1939 classic about growing up in a Welsh coal-mining village. Endearing without being overly sentimental, Madoc￯﾿ﾽs perfect Welsh accent differentiates the characters clearly, consistently and fondly. His low personal tones throughout the first-person narrative speak from the heart and draw the listener into an engrossing tale. This audio production coincides with the long-awaited video release of the 1941 Academy Award-winning film based on the same story. S.K. ￯﾿ﾽAudioFile, Portland, Maine

The New York Times

A story of exquisite distinction and vibrant interest; clear and strong as the music under the sky.

Atlantic Monthly