- Audiolibro
- 2006
- 8 min
- Framewood Media Limited
Título
Ivor The Engine
Descripción
Ivor the Engine is set in the picturesque Welsh countryside, where Ivor, a small steam engine, works for The Merioneth and Llantisilly Railway Traction Company Limited. His driver, Jones the Steam, is his loyal companion, and together they deliver goods and navigate the charming Welsh valleys. Ivor, however, has a dream beyond hauling cargo: he wants to sing with the local choir.
After much searching, Ivor finally acquires a set of new whistles, allowing him to play more than just a single note. The excitement builds as Ivor tries out his new whistles, each producing a different sound. With the support of Jones the Steam and the villagers, Ivor is one step closer to joining the choir, and his musical dream feels within reach.
This audio book tells the story, taken from the very first black-and-white TV series braodcast in the 1950s . Created by Oliver Postgate and Peter Firmin, this wonderful series remains a timeless favourite, remembered by generation after generation.
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Ivor The Engine
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Idioma:
EN
ISBN de audio:
9781836940197
Fecha de publicación:
28 de febrero de 2006
Palabras clave:
Ivor the Enginenew whistlesJones the SteamMerioneth and Llantisilly RailwayLlangubbinGrumbly GasworksWelsh choirOliver PostgatePeter FirminSmallfilmsFramewood MediaBagpuss creators1950s TVblack-and-white seriesWelsh Valleyssteam enginechoir dreamvillage lifewhistle upgradeWelsh countrysideHeartwarming Storyvintage TVBritish animationnostalgic storytellingmusical ambitionAlice Dyson
Duración
8 min
Tipo de producto
AUDIO
Serie:
Explícito:
No
Audiodrama:
No
Unabridged:
Sí
Sobre el autor:
Oliver Postgate & Peter Firmin: Pioneers of British Children's Television
Oliver Postgate (1925–2008) and Peter Firmin (1928–2018) were the creative duo behind some of Britain's most beloved children's television shows. In 1959, Oliver founded Smallfilms, and together with Peter Firmin, they went on to create iconic programmes such as Bagpuss, The Clangers, Ivor the Engine, Noggin the Nog, Pogles Wood, and Pingwings.
Postgate, known for his gentle, timeless storytelling and signature narration, wrote and directed their shows, while Firmin, a talented artist and puppeteer, brought their characters to life through handcrafted puppets and animation. Using simple stop-motion techniques, they created magical worlds that resonated deeply with audiences for their warmth and charm.
One of their earliest creations, Ivor the Engine, first aired in 1959 in black-and-white, with a later colour series following in the 1970s. The show tells the whimsical and heartwarming story of Ivor, a little Welsh steam engine on The Merioneth and Llantisilly Railway Traction Company Limited. With his dreams of joining the choir and his adventures with friends like Jones the Steam, Dai Station, and Idris the Dragon, Ivor charmed audiences of all ages. Remarkably, all the sounds in the series, from Ivor's distinct "chuff-chuff" and whistles to the rattling of tracks, were created entirely by Postgate's own voice, adding a unique layer of charm and ingenuity to the production.
The series reflected the simplicity and community spirit of rural Wales, blending heartwarming storytelling with inventive sound design. It introduced children to themes of kindness, creativity, and aspiration in a way that remains unmatched in its charm.
Postgate and Firmin's contributions to children's television were recognised with numerous awards. Both received BAFTA Special Awards in 2014 for their work on Bagpuss and The Clangers. In 1987, they were also awarded honorary degrees from the University of Kent in recognition of their impact on British culture.
The craftsmanship and creativity behind Smallfilms remain unparalleled. Postgate's calming narration, Firmin's handcrafted artistry, and the homemade ingenuity of sounds captured the imagination of generations.
