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Jim Henson
- Narrated by: Kirby Heyborne
- Length: 21 hrs and 18 mins
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Summary
Innovator. Genius. Legend. Jim Henson was a talent like no other. The iconic characters he created - Kermit the Frog, Bert and Ernie, Miss Piggy, Big Bird - made Jim Henson a household name.
But they were just a part of his remarkable story.
Now, in this extraordinary biography, written with the generous cooperation of the Henson family, Jim’s life is given full rein: his vibrant imagination, winning sense of humour, and infectious enthusiasm. For the very first time, the Henson archive has been opened to an independent biographer, giving Brian Jay Jones unprecedented access to private papers. Drawing on this treasure trove of material, as well as exclusive interviews with Henson’s family, friends and closest collaborators, this is quite simply the most comprehensive book ever written about a man who is a hero to millions. Read all about the evolution of the Muppets, Henson’s contributions to Sesame Street and his lengthy campaign to bring The Muppet Show to television, as well as Henson’s non-Muppets projects - the richly imagined worlds of The Dark Crystal and Labyrinth, and fascinating misfires like Henson’s dream of opening an inflatable psychedelic nightclub.
Jim may be gone, but he and his legacy are not forgotten. In Jim Henson, we have the ultimate celebration and examination of an unforgettable, irreplaceable, incomparable man.
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- Calum O'Brien
- 10-07-15
Exceptional
A moving, touching and wonderful biography about one of the most inspiring people to gift the entertainment industry and who most certainly made the world a better place.
If you are like me a fan of The Muppets - you will start listening because you will want to find out how they came to be but you will leave more enthralled with Jim Henson himself.
Words can't express how wonderful this audiobook is and how much you learn and respect about Jim - so just listen to this audiobook and see for yourself.
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- Tikkun Olam
- 02-09-24
Jim's love of life!
It was great to hear about the life of such a creative talent - his love of life and interest in his work really stood out as did his appreciation for his family, friends and colleagues.
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- Paul
- 18-01-16
Reliving my childhood through the eyes of an adult
Having grown up with the muppets, fraggle rock, labyrinth and the dark crystal, I have always had a fond spot for all things Jim Henson orientated. Whilst the first part of the book was a little slow at getting going (detailed family history etc) the whole ezperience was fascinating. Henson's creativity seemed to be boundless and his passion for his art comes across well here without being dull. To hear about all the different projects in detail was intreguing, funny, sad and emotional, which took me back to many happy memories of my own.
The boom is well read by the narrator who adds to the narrative with some very good imoersonations to boot.
Certainly being one of the best non fiction audiobooks I have listened to in a long time, I cannot recommend it highly enough. There was a definate sense of satisfaction after i had finished and I will be listenìng again.
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- craig stokes
- 04-10-15
Great!
A brilliantly narrated, inspirational story that is very highly recommended to all. An excellent reminder of the impact Henson's work had on the world.
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- James H.
- 25-09-16
My childhood idol
At times this book could seam a bit drawn out but overall it was great to learn more about Jim and the end of the book about his final days and passing had me in tears
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- Mr. J. Filsell
- 17-06-22
Beautifully written story
This is just a beautifully written story about an amazing and wonderful talented man.
I’ve always been interested in Jim Henson and it was fascinating to hear about his life’s successes and failures, his thoughts and feelings and ideas behind his work.
Henson comes across as a lovely man who cared deeply about his friends family and employees.
Definitely a man who was taken from us too soon this autobiography summed up his life and was a fascinating and warmhearted read. I would hardly recommend it to anyone.
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- Joules
- 23-01-17
Beautiful telling of a wonderful life cut short
Great audiobook version of the biography of one of the most interesting people in the entertainment industry from the past 100 years. Jim Henson was an innovator who inspired many and most through his creative vision and puppetry.
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- Farr
- 22-11-20
Muppet-Tastic!!
Such a fascinating and captivating story about the wonderful Jim Henson told in an entertaining way. I found it so inspiring and learnt a lot of things I never knew even though I have been a lifelong fan of Jim and his creations.
Highly recommended.
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- luizav
- 20-04-17
Excellent in every way
This was easy to follow,excellently narrated and gave me a good insight of Jim Henson's life.Just got more of his movies on dvd.I just Loved this!
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- X-man
- 21-09-17
A Wonderful Treat!
A fantastic, and at times almost uncomfortably candid, window into the life and work of a unique hero of creativity whose many gifts to humanity, keep on giving.
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