Big Red (75th Anniversary Edition)

By: Jim Kjelgaard, Pete Hautman - introduction

Narrated by: Paul Heitsch

A devoted, courageous dog always stands by the boy who loves him in this genuine classic, in print for 75 years.

"A timeless, not-to-be-missed classic." —Katherine Applegate, Newbery Award winning author of The One and Only Ivan

Before Old Yeller or Where the Red Fern Grows, there was Big Red, the classic boy-and-dog story of adventure and friendship in the wild mountains of Pennsylvania.

Danny knows at a glance that Red, the big Irish setter, is the dog he has always dreamed of. But Red is a champion, and Danny is only a trapper's son who lives in a cabin on the mountain. Still, their bond is undeniable. Red is fast and strong, smart and noble, and incredibly loyal—when Danny twists his ankle and can't get home, Red stays by him all night, keeping a wildcat at bay.

Soon Danny and Red are meeting nature on their own terms, enduring a blizzard and even facing down a wolverine. But can Danny and Red take on the enemy that threatens everyone on the mountain—the savage bear they call Old Majesty?

This special anniversary edition includes an interview with the author, Jim Kjelgaard, as well as an appreciation by National Book Award winner Pete Hautman.

This audiobook is expertly read by Paul Heitsch, with audio engineering by Sam Platt. It was produced and published by Echo Point Books & Media, an independent bookseller in Brattleboro, Vermont.

Copyright © 1945 by Jim Kjelgaard, renewed 1973 by Edna Kjelgaard (P) (2025) Echo Point Books & Media, LLC.

©1945, 1973 Jim Kjelgaard, renewed by Edna Kjelgaard (P)2025 Echo Point Books & Media, LLC

Outstanding! We need the sequels, Irish Red and Outlaw Red!

A must listen!
We need Irish Red and Outlaw Red desperately!
Hurry Audible!

This is a classic book, I read as a child and now my children have the privilege of listening!
Thankyou audible for having this book.

Childhood Favorite!

I'm raising my first gun dog and it got me thinking about one of my childhood favorite books. I looked it up on Audible and was thrilled to see I could pre-order it. The story is timeless and great for children and adults alike. The narrator is an excellent choice as well. Thank you for putting this book on Audible! I haven't listened to a book I enjoyed so much in awhile. I hope to see the next two on here soon!