The Penguin Lessons Audiolibro Por Tom Michell arte de portada

The Penguin Lessons

What I Learned from a Remarkable Bird

Vista previa
Prueba por $0.00
Prime logotipo Exclusivo para miembros Prime: ¿Nuevo en Audible? Obtén 2 audiolibros gratis con tu prueba.
Elige 1 audiolibro al mes de nuestra inigualable colección.
Escucha todo lo que quieras de entre miles de audiolibros, Originals y podcasts incluidos.
Accede a ofertas y descuentos exclusivos.
Premium Plus se renueva automáticamente por $14.95 al mes después de 30 días. Cancela en cualquier momento.

The Penguin Lessons

De: Tom Michell
Narrado por: Bill Nighy
Prueba por $0.00

$14.95 al mes después de 30 días. Cancela en cualquier momento.

Compra ahora por $13.50

Compra ahora por $13.50

Confirma la compra
la tarjeta con terminación
Al confirmar tu compra, aceptas las Condiciones de Uso de Audible y el Aviso de Privacidad de Amazon. Impuestos a cobrar según aplique.
Cancelar

Acerca de esta escucha

A unique and moving real-life story of the extraordinary bond between a young teacher and a penguin, this audiobook will delight listeners who loved Marley & Me, Dewey the Library Cat, The Good Good Pig, and any book by Jon Katz.

In 1975, 23-year-old Englishman Tom Michell follows his wanderlust to Argentina, where he becomes assistant master at a prestigious boarding school. But Michell's adventures really begin when, on a weekend in Uruguay, he rescues a penguin covered in oil from an ocean spill, cleans the bird up, and attempts to return him to the sea. The penguin refuses to leave his rescuer's side. "That was the moment at which he became my penguin, and whatever the future held, we'd face it together," says Michell in this charming memoir.

Michell names the penguin Juan Salvador ("John Saved"), but Juan Salvador, as it turns out, is the one who saves Michell.

After Michell smuggles the bird back to Argentina and into his campus apartment, word spreads about the young Englishman's unusual roommate. Juan Salvador is suddenly the center of attention - as mascot of the rugby team, confidant to the dorm housekeeper, cohost of Michell's parties, and an unprecedented swimming coach to a shy boy. Even through the collapse of the Perónist government and amid the country's economic and political strife, Juan Salvador brings joy to everyone around him - especially Michell, who considers the affectionate animal a compadre and kindred spirit.

Witty and heartwarming, The Penguin Lessons is a classic in the making, a story that is both absurd and wonderful, exactly like Juan Salvador.

Praise for The Penguin Lessons

“I loved this book, and you will, too! It’s as charming, heartwarming, and surprising as a penguin on a roof terrace. What’s more, The Penguin Lessons teaches an important truth: that a single act of compassion can be repaid a thousand-fold.” (Sy Montgomery, author of The Good Good Pig and the National Book Award finalist The Soul of an Octopus)

“[Tom Michell’s] tone suits the material perfectly.... You believe every word.... No fool, this penguin. No fools, these publishers, who have unleashed such a delightful and charming book just in time for Christmas.” (Daily Mail [UK])

“Heart-warming is a wholly inadequate phrase to describe this captivating story that is pure delight from beginning to end.” (The Bookseller [UK])

©2015 Tom Michell (P)2015 Random House Audio
Mascotas y Cuidado de Animales Sincero Ingenioso
adbl_web_global_use_to_activate_T1_webcro805_stickypopup
Heartwarming Tale • Beautifully Narrated • Engaging Storyline • Touching Relationship • Exuberant Performance
Con calificación alta para:
Todas las estrellas
Más relevante  
I really enjoyed the way details of the biology of penguins and the history of Argentina were woven into the storyline .

Fabulous story

Se ha producido un error. Vuelve a intentarlo dentro de unos minutos.

I Thoroughly enjoyed this book it was wonderful to listen to. I just completed it and I feel so good.

Wonderful read.

Se ha producido un error. Vuelve a intentarlo dentro de unos minutos.

This is the true story of an unexpected companionship and what it taught the author. It has a dry British sense of humor which comes through in the narration. It could be make a good movie.

Unusual and touching story

Se ha producido un error. Vuelve a intentarlo dentro de unos minutos.

I thoroughly enjoyed this story, read superbly by Bill Nighy. His reading of Juan Salvato, the voice of the penguin, adds the right note of warmth, humor and a bit of sarcasm. The tales of Tom Mitchell's peripheral adventures were very interesting, but his connection with Juan really takes center stage. Very enjoyable.

Heart-warming and hilarious!

Se ha producido un error. Vuelve a intentarlo dentro de unos minutos.

Not a huge animal story fan - but this is one terrific story! Tom Michell and I are about the same age and I vaguely remembered stories of oil soaked penguins washing up many places. Knowing that there were people out there saving these adorable animals made me feel much better. I like to think that if I were in the same position, I would have had the the chutzpa to take one home with me. I fell in love with this little guy from the first. What's not to love about a creature who just wants to be, "one of the guys"?

Bill Nighy's narration is spot on. I can hardly wait to find more he has read, to listen to.

I want a penguin!

Se ha producido un error. Vuelve a intentarlo dentro de unos minutos.

Thank you, Tom Michell and Bill Nighy for bringing Juan Salvado to us so perfectly.

Thank you

Se ha producido un error. Vuelve a intentarlo dentro de unos minutos.

I enjoyed this book so much! I picked it up after seeing the movie. The movie was good and I would recommend going to see it but the book had so much more depth. If you are looking for a feel good book during this crazy time, read this!

The narrator did a beautiful job and made the book come to life.

Se ha producido un error. Vuelve a intentarlo dentro de unos minutos.

Beautiful story, well written and perfectly narrated. Thanks to the author for sharing Juan Salvador.

Wonderful

Se ha producido un error. Vuelve a intentarlo dentro de unos minutos.

Loved the narration pace and accent; learned about penguins! On my way to Argentina to meet some!

Just a wonderful tale

Se ha producido un error. Vuelve a intentarlo dentro de unos minutos.

Recommend to everyone and anyone. Penguin enchantment and a South American adventure at a time of transition and uncertainty.

Wonderful story and could not be a better narrator than Bill Nighy.

Se ha producido un error. Vuelve a intentarlo dentro de unos minutos.

Ver más opiniones