
audiobook
by R. M. (Robert Michael) Ballantyne
Chapter One. - An Accident and some of its Curious Results.
Chapter Two. - The Irresistible Power of Love.
Chapter Three. - Poverty Manages to Board out her Infant for Nothing.
Chapter Four. - Samuel Twitter astonishes Mrs Twitter and her Friends.
Chapter Five. - Treats still further of Riches, Poverty, Babies, and Police.
Chapter Six. - Wealth pays a Visit to Poverty.
Chapter Seven. - Bicycling and its Occasional Results.
Chapter Eight. - A Great and Memorable Day.
Chapter Nine. - How the Poor are Succoured.
Chapter Ten. - Balls, Bobby, Sir Richard, and Giles appear on the Stage.
A crisp, off‑beat portrait of London’s West End opens the tale, where a plump Shetland pony—tied to a wicker basket like a strange carriage—begrudgingly carries young Diana, the only child of a modest knight‑like Sir Richard Brandon. Her radiant blue eyes and fierce independence set the stage for a friendship that bridges the polished corridors of a gentleman’s mansion and the bustling streets beyond.
Enter a quick‑witted city Arab boy, whose mischievous dance steps and sharp tongue make him both a reluctant helper and a source of lively banter. Together they navigate the quirks of a household strained by thin finances, the oddities of aristocratic expectations, and the unpredictable temperament of their stubborn pony. Their uneasy alliance promises a series of humorous mishaps and daring escapades through the fog‑laden avenues of 19th‑century London, offering listeners a vivid glimpse of class, courage, and unexpected camaraderie.
Language
en
Duration
~8 hours (515K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Release date
2007-06-07
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1825–1894
Best known for classic adventure stories such as The Coral Island, this Scottish writer drew on real travel and working life to give his tales energy, danger, and a strong sense of place. He wrote for young readers, but his stories still carry the pull of exploration and survival.
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