
BLACKIE A LOST CAT
ILLUSTRATIONS
CHAPTER I BLACKIE HEARS SOMETHING
CHAPTER II BLACKIE RUNS AWAY
CHAPTER III BLACKIE IN TROUBLE
CHAPTER IV BLACKIE GETS OUT
CHAPTER V BLACKIE FINDS A FRIEND
CHAPTER VI BLACKIE IN A BASKET
CHAPTER VII BLACKIE IN A TRAIN
CHAPTER VIII BLACKIE IS CHASED
Blackie is a sleek, midnight‑black cat who lives in a warm, bustling household with the curious siblings Arthur and Mabel. The children adore her, feeding her milk and dressing her in a bright red ribbon with a tinkling bell, a simple charm meant to keep her safe. Their gentle routine paints a picture of a loving home where the cat’s soft purrs are as comforting as the family’s laughter.
One sunny morning, despite the children’s careful warnings, Blackie slips away, the bell’s faint jingle the only clue to her whereabouts. As she wanders beyond the garden gate, listeners are invited to accompany her through cobblestone streets, quiet farms, and unexpected encounters with other animals—all seen through the eyes of a clever, adventurous feline. Each episode reveals her resourcefulness and the kindness of strangers she meets along the way.
The story unfolds with warm, illustrated charm, perfect for listeners who enjoy lighthearted tales of curiosity and courage. It captures the wonder of a pet’s secret world while reminding us how small acts of care can lead to big adventures.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (120K characters)
Series
Kneetime animal stories
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Donald Cummings and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2020-03-22
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Best known as the name behind a lively run of early 20th-century animal stories, this “author” was actually a house pseudonym tied to one of America’s most famous children’s book producers. The books were created for young readers and helped build the warm, playful world of series fiction.
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