Dick and Brownie

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Dick and Brownie

by Mabel Quiller-Couch

EN·~3 hours·12 chapters

Chapters

12 total
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Chapter. - I. THE ESCAPE. - II. A NIGHT SCARE. - III. WHAT THE MORNING BROUGHT. - IV. MISS ROSE. - V. SURPRISES. - VI. HULDAH GOES SHOPPING. - VII. A MEETING AND AN ALARM. - VIII. TRACKED DOWN. - IX. TO THE RESCUE. - X. ONE SUMMER'S AFTERNOON. - XI. HULDAH'S NEW HOME. - XII. HAPPY HOURS. - CHAPTER I. - THE ESCAPE.

16:43
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CHAPTER II. - A NIGHT SCARE.

19:09
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CHAPTER III. - WHAT THE MORNING BROUGHT.

18:34
4

CHAPTER IV. - MISS ROSE.

19:04
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CHAPTER V. - SURPRISES.

20:46
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CHAPTER VI. - HULDAH GOES SHOPPING.

12:26
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CHAPTER VII. - A MEETING AND AN ALARM.

14:54
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CHAPTER VIII. - TRACKED DOWN.

18:30
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CHAPTER IX. - TO THE RESCUE.

19:10
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CHAPTER X. - ONE SUMMER'S AFTERNOON.

16:48

Description

A scorching summer day finds a weary caravan hidden in a lone coppice, where a battered couple, an emaciated horse, and a wiry yellow dog share a tense, silent existence. The dog’s keen nose and restless energy hint at a hidden purpose, while the old horse watches with a mix of longing and loyalty, especially toward the young girl Huldah who seems to be his only source of comfort. The heat, the distant moor, and the oppressive silence set a vivid backdrop for an uneasy partnership that feels both fragile and determined.

When the dog darts out of the shadows, following an elusive scent, the story bursts into motion. Listeners are drawn into a quiet, suspenseful chase across hedges and ditches, where every rustle could signal hope or danger. The narrative balances gentle affection for the animals with the grim reality of their harsh world, promising an early‑stage adventure that explores courage, survival, and the unlikely bonds that form in the most unlikely places.

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Language

en

Duration

~3 hours (195K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2005-10-30

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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Mabel Quiller-Couch

1865–1924

Rooted in Cornwall and its legends, these charming stories and anthologies were created by a writer who had a real gift for bringing local folklore and childhood reading to life. Her books are especially appealing for listeners who enjoy classic children's literature with a strong sense of place.

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