Tale Spinners For Children - Heidi (1965) Vinyl LP •PLAY-GRADED•

Catalog Number: UAC-11064

Record Grading: Very Good (VG), Sleeve Grading: Very Good (VG)

Condition Details:

Vinyl plays with crackles and some clicks (play-graded). Cover has a few creases near edges; scuffing (front/back); surface abrasions on front, discoloration on back. Name written near top-right on front. Inner-sleeve is original (generic white); one seam partially split. Spine is mostly easy-to-read with some wear. Shelf-wear along top/bottom-edge and corners, splits across both edges. Opening is crisp with signs of light use and divots. Release date is approximately 1965. (Not a cut-out.)

Tracks:

• Heidi
• Heidi

About The Record:

Heidi, by Tale Spinners For Children, released in the early 1960s under the United Artists Records label (UAC 11064), is a vinyl record adaptation of Johanna Spyri’s classic children’s novel, featuring a dramatized retelling of the young orphan Heidi’s life in the Swiss Alps with her grandfather. This album is part of a series that brought classic literature to young audiences through high-quality productions, utilizing classically trained actors like Denise Bryer and Robert Hardy, supported by a full orchestra with classical music, such as Felix Mendelssohn’s compositions, enhancing the storytelling. Historically significant for its role in exposing children to timeless stories, Heidi was among the 69 titles in the U.S. series, which expanded from the original 30 Atlas Talespinners records pressed in England and France, contributing to the cultural preservation of literary classics. The series, including Heidi, is noted for its educational value and is still available on platforms like eBay and YouTube, reflecting its lasting appeal. No specific hit singles are associated with this album, as the Tale Spinners series focused on narrative storytelling rather than producing chart-topping musical tracks.