Patricia Hodge stars as Cruella de Vil in this full-cast dramatisation of the much-loved story. Pongo lives happily with his human pets Mr. and Mrs. Dearly in a large house in Regent's Park. When his wife Missis produces a litter of 15 beautiful pups, life seems wonderfully complete. But the mysterious disappearance of the puppies suddenly throws everything into turmoil. Pongo, one of the keenest brains in Dogdom, quickly realises that he and Missis are the only hope for their youngsters' survival. And so the fearless pair ...
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Patricia Hodge stars as Cruella de Vil in this full-cast dramatisation of the much-loved story. Pongo lives happily with his human pets Mr. and Mrs. Dearly in a large house in Regent's Park. When his wife Missis produces a litter of 15 beautiful pups, life seems wonderfully complete. But the mysterious disappearance of the puppies suddenly throws everything into turmoil. Pongo, one of the keenest brains in Dogdom, quickly realises that he and Missis are the only hope for their youngsters' survival. And so the fearless pair set out on a bleak winter's journey into great dangers, helped along the way by the gallant Colonel, a sheepdog of the Old School. Dodie Smith's canine classic brought pleasure to millions as a Disney film. All its original charm and warmth are fully evident here in this full-cast dramatisation which stars Patricia Hodge as Cruella de Vil, along with Joan Sims, Brenda Blethyn, Nicky Henson and Polly James.
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Add this copy of The One Hundred and One Dalmatians (Children's Choice) to cart. £135.19, new condition, Sold by Just one more Chapter rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Miramar, FL, UNITED STATES, published 1993 by Listen for Pleasure.
A charming classic! Everyone should read the lovely tale (pun intended!) about the hundred and one Dalmatians. I enjoyed following along on Pongo and Missis' adventure to save their puppies' lives (literally, to save their skins!) from Cruella de Vil. The author included soo many adorable details that only a true dog-lover could think of.
Note: The only "con" that I can think of is that there are many clues spread throughout the book showing that Cruella de Vil is very ominous and evil (which we already know!), but the hints do seem to point towards an even more foul being than she -- her "namesake". This is probably not a true issue with the book, because these hints are done very wittily and with humor.
I've now heard there's a sequel, so I'd like to read it too!
