Bed-time stories : A collection in verse and in prose

In this charming anthology, each tale slips softly into a night‑time hush, inviting listeners to drift into dreamland. A boastful frog discovers that his croaking chorus is ignored by busy field‑mates, leading him on a gentle quest for appreciation. Along the way, the wind playfully rustles schoolchildren’s hats and shakes apples from trees, reminding us that even invisible breezes have their own playful purpose.

A shy snail, a diligent spider, and bright flowers each reveal their tiny worries, weaving a quiet chorus of nature’s nightly rhythm. When Frog’s hopes dim, a nightingale’s song offers a tender perspective, while a chorus of friendly fish keeps his confidence afloat. The collection rounds out with mischievous puppies tugged from a cozy kennel and the rain sprites that greet a stormy window, all told in verses that sway like lullabies.