
BY - OLIVE THORNE MILLER
INTRODUCTORY.
IN THE ROCKY MOUNTAINS.
A BIRD-LOVER IN THE WEST.
I. CAMPING IN COLORADO.
II. IN THE COTTONWOODS.
III. AN UPROAR OF SONG.
IV. THE TRAGEDY OF A NEST.
V. A FEAST OF FLOWERS.
VI. A CINDERELLA AMONG FLOWERS.
A gentle, lyrical journey begins as a weary city dweller boards a night train bound for the Rockies, trading the clatter of urban life for the quiet promise of the western wilderness. Arriving in Colorado’s high country, the narrator settles into a simple campsite, where the rhythm of birdsong and the scent of wildflowers become a soothing soundtrack to a much‑needed pause. Through vivid observations and thoughtful musings, the book invites listeners to contemplate the deeper, spiritual refreshment that nature offers, echoing the insights of poets who have long praised the restorative power of trees and open sky.
The early chapters unfold like a series of quiet sketches, each capturing a moment of discovery—whether it’s the first sunrise over the mountain peaks or the delicate dance of a robin’s nest tucked among pine branches. As the author’s voice blends personal reflection with gentle humor, listeners are encouraged to let go of daily pressures and find a renewed sense of balance. It’s an invitation to step outside, breathe deeply, and let the western landscape whisper its timeless lessons.
Language
en
Duration
~5 hours (336K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Stephen Hope, Barbara Kosker, Joseph Cooper and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2009-01-27
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1831–1918
Best known for writing as Olive Thorne Miller, she brought birds and everyday nature to life in a way that felt warm, observant, and inviting. Her books joined careful watching with an easy style that helped make nature writing more popular with general readers and young audiences alike.
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