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The Bad Beginning (A Series of Unfortunate Events, Book 1)
Author: Lemony Snicket
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Publisher: Listening Library (Audio)
Book Type: Audio CD
Members Wishing: 1
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ISBN-13: 9780807219904 - ISBN-10: 0807219908
Publication Date: 9/9/2003


Other Versions of this Book: Hardcover, Hardcover, Paperback, Paperback, Audio Cassette (Unabridged)

Book Description:

Dear Reader,

"Rare" is a word which can mean either "not burnt to a crisp, and likely to make you ill" or "slightly harder to find." I'm sad to say that this rare edition of the bad beginning fits both of these definitions. In this alleged box, you will find the following:

A woeful story entitled the bad beginning, featuring a disturbing new cover.

An entire chapter of previously unpublished author's notes, which are arguably even more woeful than the tale itself.

An alarming portrait of the heroes and villains of this tale, ready to display in a souvenir frame. You may prefer to display your own, less disturbing, 4" x 6" image.

It is my sad duty to provide these miserable materials to the public, but you are free to look for something easier to find and less likely to upset your stomach.

With all due respect,

Lemony Snicket


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Top Member Book Reviews

Kim B. (redwing480) wrote on 6/24/2006...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

I had heard such great things about Tim Curry's narration, especially the different voices that he uses however, I found it to be somewhat dry.


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Melissa C. (MelissaC) wrote on 6/5/2006...


This unabridged production is the first in a series of many "unfortunate events." I thought it was funny and entertaining and a good way to keep the kids happy on a long road trip.

Libby S. (Libratsie) wrote on 6/4/2006...


Tim Curry reads Lemony Snicket - what more could someone what! Wonderfully produced and featuring a delightful "Interview with the Author." Fun for adults and children, but definitely not a typical "...lives happily everafter" story.

Jeanne P. (Jeanne) wrote on 11/3/2005...


I really enjoyed this as I was driving to work!

Kim S. (Kims) wrote on 9/23/2005...


This is one of my 9 year old sons favorite series. He loves the downs and even more downs of the kids. Well narrated by Tim Curry.


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