
TWILIGHT ANIMAL SERIES FOR BOYS AND GIRLS
INTRODUCTION TO THE TWILIGHT ANIMAL STORIES By the Author
STORY I When Buster Was a Cub
STORY II Buster and Loup
STORY III How Buster Got Out of the River
STORY IV Buster is Carried Away by the Men
STORY V How Buster Was Stolen
STORY VI Buster’s Cruel Masters
STORY VII Buster Makes His Escape
STORY VIII Buster’s First Public Appearance
In the shimmering North Woods a newborn bear cub discovers a world of glittering rivers, peppermint‑white birches, and rugged stone caves that feel like secret fortresses. Wrapped in a thick, warm coat, the little bear makes a stone his pillow and the cool bank his playground, learning the rhythms of sunrise and the hush of twilight. The forest is alive with quiet wonders, and every rustle of leaves hints at both gentle curiosity and the promise of adventure.
Guided by a caring mother, the cub spends endless afternoons climbing over moss‑soft rocks and splashing in the river’s crystal spray, building the confidence that will one day carry him beyond the trees. Though still small, his fearless spirit already shines, inviting young listeners to imagine the excitement of growing up beside the wild and the friendships that blossom in the heart of nature. This charming tale invites children to journey with a brave bear as he begins his path toward wondrous discoveries.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (125K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David E. Brown and The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
Jul 21, 2018
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1865–1941
Best remembered for lively children’s stories and adventure novels, this prolific American writer also worked as a newspaper reporter. His books often mix brisk action with a warm interest in the natural world, especially in stories written for younger readers.
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