Bird Stories

audiobook

Bird Stories

by Edith M. (Edith Marion) Patch

EN·~4 hours·19 chapters

Chapters

19 total
1

Copyright, 1921, by - THE ATLANTIC MONTHLY PRESS

0:17
2

The Atlantic Monthly Press Publications - are published by - Little, Brown, and Company - in association with - The Atlantic Monthly Company - Printed in the United States of America

0:18
3

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

1:08
4

ILLUSTRATIONS

2:00
5

BIRD STORIES

0:00
6

I. CHICK, D.D.

20:45
7

II. THE FIVE WORLDS OF LARIE

16:04
8

III. PETER PIPER

17:47
9

IV. GAVIA OF IMMER LAKE

20:17
10

V. EVE AND PETRO

22:34

Description

In this charming collection, each tale follows a feathered protagonist who shares a slice of nature’s wonder with curious readers. From the quiet pulpit of Chick, D.D., perched among Christmas‑tree firs, to the seaside gull Larie who playfully drops shells from the sky, the stories blend gentle moral lessons with vivid observations of bird life. The author’s affection for the avian world is reinforced by detailed illustrations that bring swallows, loons, and owls to life, making every scene feel like a miniature nature documentary for the imagination.

The first act introduces a welcoming cast: Chick’s heartfelt sermon of peace and goodwill, the mischievous antics of Peter Piper, and the shy adventures of little Solomon Otus among rush‑lined reeds. These early chapters set a tone of wonder, humor, and respect for the wild, encouraging young listeners to look up, listen closely, and discover the quiet dramas playing out in forests, lakes, and coastlines.

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Details

Language

en

Duration

~4 hours (246K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Chris Curnow, Joseph Cooper, Josephine Paolucci and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net.

Release date

2008-05-26

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Edith M. (Edith Marion) Patch

Edith M. (Edith Marion) Patch

b. 1876

A pioneering scientist who also wrote warmly for young readers, she brought the natural world to life with clarity, curiosity, and care. Her books reflect a teacher’s gift for making birds, insects, and everyday outdoor discoveries feel close at hand.

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