The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse

By: Charlie Mackesy

Narrated by: Charlie Mackesy

Narrated by Charlie Mackesy.

Brought to you by Penguin.

With music by Max Richter and Isobel Waller-Bridge.

Discover the universal tale of four unlikely friends that has captured the hearts of readers of all ages, now available in audio.

Adapted into a BAFTA and Academy Award-winning animated short film.

Experience the world of a curious boy, a greedy mole, a wary fox and a wise horse who find themselves together in sometimes difficult terrain, sharing their greatest fears and biggest discoveries about vulnerability, kindness, hope, friendship and love.

Charlie's words and illustrations have brought comfort to many and have been shared online by readers around the world, as well as on t-shirts for Comic Relief, on magazine covers, on street lampposts in lockdown, in school classrooms, local cafés, and hospital ward walls. They've even been used as screensavers for NHS hospital computers in difficult times.

The shared adventures and important conversations between the four friends are full of life lessons that have connected with readers of all ages.

Enjoy the journey of The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse brought to life in audio by its author and illustrator Charlie Mackesy, with a beautiful music score and the real wildlife sounds of rural England.

©2020 Charlie Mackesy (P)2020 Penguin Audio

Critic reviews

"Charlie Mackesy's mesmerising debut combines the simplicity of The Giving Tree, magic of The Velveteen Rabbit and the curiosity of Paddington." (Elisabeth Egan, New York Times)

"This is one of my favourite books." (Dr Rangan Chatterjee)

"Gorgeous." (Chris Evans)

Simply beautiful

I love it. I find the author voice very calming. Amazing book. Thank you

just amazing

love it so much, want to share it with all my friends xx thank you

Beautiful reminders

A beautiful reminder of the essence of life and it’s lessons. Beautiful composed and calming.

Modern and refreshing perspective on life

Absolutely brilliant- best book I’ve ever had the honour of listening to. Suitable for young and old, really challenges thinking.

Amazing audiobook!

"The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse" is a heartwarming and beautifully illustrated book by Charlie Mackesy. It explores themes of friendship, kindness, and self-discovery through the endearing interactions between the main characters. The simplicity of the drawings complements the profound messages, making it a touching and uplifting read for all ages.

Life within discovery and Kindness

What a lovely story I could pause at each sentence and breathe kindness inn and suffering out. Transforming in love and kindness!

Profoundly sensitive & inspiring book!

I just loved the artwork, sensitivity of the storyline & the narration of Charlie Mackesy

A must read

Very pleasing, soul comforting and inspiring book to listen to, for young and old.

wow

wow this book was absolutely beautiful and deep. loved how it was read and music and effects put the pictures in your mind

Love, friendship and kindness!!!

This audible version expands the book, it has a natural ambiance that engulfs you and get you to feel love, friendship and kindness!

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