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The Good Neighbor
- The Life and Work of Fred Rogers
- Narrated by: LeVar Burton
- Length: 14 hrs and 7 mins
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The Good Neighbor
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Publisher's Summary
Fred Rogers (1928-2003) was an enormously influential figure in the history of television and in the lives of tens of millions of children. As the creator and star of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, he was a champion of compassion, equality, and kindness. Rogers was fiercely devoted to children and to taking their fears, concerns, and questions about the world seriously.
The Good Neighbor, the first full-length biography of Fred Rogers, tells the story of this utterly unique and enduring American icon. Drawing on original interviews, oral histories, and archival documents, Maxwell King traces Rogers’s personal, professional, and artistic life through decades of work, including a surprising decision to walk away from the show to make television for adults, only to return to the neighborhood with increasingly sophisticated episodes, written in collaboration with experts on childhood development. An engaging story, rich in detail, The Good Neighbor is the definitive portrait of a beloved figure, cherished by multiple generations.
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Critic Reviews
"[Narrator LeVar] Burton joyfully offers rich glimpses of a man whose greatest concern was ensuring that all those he encountered knew they were important and valued. Enhanced by Burton's excellent narration, this exceptional audiobook honoring Fred Rogers is sure to encourage each listener to be a good neighbor." (AudioFile)
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- Anonymous User
- 17-07-2023
Beautiful Story Of A Beautiful Human
The Good Neighbor captures your attention throughout the entire book and just leaves you with a smile on your face. Chronicling the life of Fred Rogers is both informative and at times exciting. Growing up in Australia, I don’t recall Mister Rogers being on television here, but since I began my journeys to Pittsburgh, I’ve learned more and more about this great man. This book just adds to my love of Mister Rogers, the human.
The book is so very well written and is narrated superbly. I couldn’t have asked for a more enjoyable experience.
Thank you to everyone who has played a part in the creation of The Good Neighbor.
Tim Fielder - Melbourne, Australia
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