Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH

Written by Robert C. O'Brien

Narrated by Barbara Caruso

—A Newbery Medal Winner

Mrs. Frisby, a widowed mouse with four small children, is faced with a terrible problem. She must move her family to their summer quarters immediately, or face almost certain death. But her youngest son, Timothy, lies ill with pneumonia nd must not be moved.

Fortunately, she encounters the rats of NIMH, an extraordinary breed of highly intelligent creatures, who come up with a brilliant solution to her dilemma. And Mrs. Frisby in turn renders them a great service.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Recorded Books, Inc.
• Release date: May 4, 2012
• ISBN: 9781449849924

Robert C. O'Brien

Robert C. O’Brien (1918–1973) was born in Brooklyn, New York. He attended Williams College and graduated from the University of Rochester. He was a writer and editor for Newsweek, National Geographic, and other publications. He lived in New York City and then in Washington, DC, with his wife and four children. Z for Zachariah—which is now a major motion picture starring Margot Robbie, Chris Pine, and Chiwetel Ejiofor—was completed by his wife and daughter, with the help of his notes, after his death. He is also the author of Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH and The Silver Crown.

Reviews for Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH

[Christy Thomas · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

“Everyone should read this!” -6 year old son when asked if he liked the book

[paula mihalcik · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

The narration was exciting. It’s was a fun book to listen to while on a car trip.

[dustbunne · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Beautiful story, just as I remembered from watching the movie as a child.

[courtney sullivan · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I don’t now how to tell you what this book ? is like all I can say is it’s amazing so listen to it!✨

[Denise Horton · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A story from a mouse’s perspective and the perspective of lab test rats is an interesting concept. I appreciated the courage in spite of danger and the chivalry displayed by characters in the story. It does take a very realistic view in showing that we don’t and may never know the whole story.

I definitely recommend it as some wholesome reading.

[Úna Kavanagh · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A re-read of a childhood favourite. Loved listening to it this time.