Over the Hills and Far Away

This audiobook explores the remarkable and multifaceted life of Beatrix Potter, the beloved author whose stories have enchanted audiences for over a century. Through a selection of quotations from her tales, author Matthew Dennison delves into Potter’s complex personality—ranging from a repressed Victorian daughter and thwarted lover to an artistic genius and shrewd businesswoman. The narrative offers an engaging look at her journey from a young girl with a love of animals and fairy tales to a legendary writer and trailblazing figure of her era.