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The Nutcracker and the Mouse King - Audiobook

By
- E. T. A. Hoffmann
- Classic Audiobooks
With:
- Sophie Bennet
Publisher
- Golden Age Audiobooks

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Series: 1 of 108
Duration: 2H 28min
Language: English
Format
Category: Classics

In The Nutcracker and the Mouse King, E. T. A. Hoffmann opens a magical door between the real and the fantastic. On Christmas Eve, young Marie receives a nutcracker that comes to life, leading her into a world of enchantment where toys wage battles, sweets come alive, and courage grows from innocence.

Unlike later, sweeter retellings, Hoffmann's original tale carries a haunting undertone — a story of transformation where fear and wonder coexist. Beneath its fairy-tale charm lies a reflection on childhood imagination, dreams, and the bittersweet passage to maturity.

Rich in symbolism and mystery, The Nutcracker and the Mouse King is both a fable and a dreamscape — a story that continues to inspire artists, composers, and dreamers across generations. It reminds us that even the smallest heart can face the darkest magic.

Release date

Audiobook: 18 November 2025