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Charlotte's Web

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Charlotte's Web
By E.B. White
Performed by Meryl Streep with a full cast
Listening Library/ Random House Audio, 2019. Book on CD.

Charlotte's Web is a children's book that almost needs no introduction. Despite being first published over 60 years ago, it remains a favorite novel of readers everywhere. Charlotte's Web is the story of Wilbur - a runt pig who is distraught to learn that he will soon become the farmer's Christmas dinner. His best friend in the barn, a spider named Charlotte, comes up with a clever plan to save his life.

This new audiobook version of Charlotte's Web is nothing short of magical. A full cast of characters is lead by Meryl Streep as the narrator in a quiet, understated kind of way that suits both the normalcy and wonder of this classic story. Though the original audiobook of Charlotte's Web, narrated by E.B. White who does all the voices, is a classic in its own right - this new version is a perfect way to rediscover this terrific, radiant, humble book.
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