Publisher, Naxos AudioBooks (July 2007)

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Since its first publication in 1885, Little Lord Fauntleroy has become a favourite with children. The move from New York to his ancestral castle comes as a shock to both Cedric and his new-found relatives, and while he comes to terms with aristocratic ways, they become more aware of compassion and social justice. The text is read with elegance by Teresa Gallagher, a much-admired Naxos reader, whose own childhood was divided between the US and UK.

About the Author: Frances Hodgson Burnett (1849–1924) - Frances Hodgson, novelist, born in Manchester, in 1865 emigrated with her parents to Tennessee. She married Dr Burnett in 1873, divorced him in 1898, and in 1900 married Stephen Townsend, a London surgeon and author. Her first literary success was That Lass O’Lowrie’s (1877). Haworth’s (1879) was also a powerful study of Lancashire manufacturing life. Later works included plays and Through One Administration (1883), Little Lord Fauntleroy (1886 :– by far her most popular story), The One I Knew Best Of All (1893, autobiographical), A Lady of Quality (1896) and His Grace The Duke of Osmonde (1897).

About the Performer: Teresa Gallagher has performed in many leading roles in both plays and musicals across the country, London’s West End, and Off Broadway. In addition, she is a well-known voice to listeners of BBC Radio Drama. Her work on film includes The Misadventures of Margaret and Mike Leigh’s Topsy-Turvy.