MARC BROWN'S ARTHUR CHAPTER BOOKS Volume 5

Arthur and his buddies are back! In these adventures, Mr. Ratburn takes his class to a Medieval Fair, Muffy challenges Francine to be a more pleasant person, and Prunella’s half-birthday present momentarily holds the friends in its power. Mark Linn-Baker narrates deftly in Arthur’s world. His voice has child appeal but is not childish. He gives voice to each character and lets personalities emerge--Muffy’s good-spirited conniving, Binky’s innocence, D.W.’s wisdom, Francine’s forthrightness, and Arthur’s open and kind soul. Linn-Baker’s adult voices show respect and understanding. Arthur fans, young and old, will enjoy this recording. A.R. © AudioFile 2001, Portland, Maine [Published: AUG/ SEP 01]