Harper's Young People, November 11, 1879 An Illustrated Weekly

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Harper's Young People, November 11, 1879 An Illustrated Weekly

by Various Authors

EN·~55 minutes·14 chapters

Chapters

14 total
1

[Begun in No. 1 of Harper's Young People, November 4.] - THE BRAVE SWISS BOY. - II.—A PERILOUS ADVENTURE.

15:03
2

[to be continued.]

1:53
3

THE BRAVE SWISS BOY.LIFE ON THE "ST. MARY'S." FRIENDSHIPS OF ANIMALS.ON GUARD.THE LITTLE GENIUS.THE FLOWER THAT GREW IN A CELLAR.GLOVE CASE.THE STORY OF A PARROT.

0:22
4

LIFE ON THE "ST. MARY'S." - By a Young Tar.

5:09
5

FRIENDSHIPS OF ANIMALS.

5:40
6

ON GUARD.

1:13
7

THE LITTLE GENIUS.

1:30
8

THE FLOWER THAT GREW IN A CELLAR.

9:08
9

GLOVE CASE.

7:47
10

[Continued from No. 1, Page 6.] - THE STORY OF A PARROT.

7:07

Description

Step into a lively collection of short tales that capture the imagination of young listeners. Each story offers a different slice of wonder—from mischievous animals on a ship to a clever child solving riddles, from a hidden garden blooming in a cellar to a talking parrot. The prose is simple yet vivid, inviting travel through ordinary rooms and distant peaks.

The centerpiece follows Walter, a daring Swiss youth who leaves the village path for a rugged climb up the Engelhorn glacier. With his alpenstock he negotiates icy crevasses, sheer rock faces, and roaring waterfalls, all to reach the lofty nest of the legendary lammergeier. His steady determination and love for a mysterious benefactor keep him moving forward, offering a thrilling portrait of courage against nature’s raw power.

Alongside this adventure are gentle stories about barnyard friendships, a tiny genius whose inventions amaze, and a humble glove‑case hiding a surprising secret. Together they blend excitement with quiet moral lessons, making the collection a perfect companion for curious ears eager for daring deeds and heart‑warming moments.

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Full title

Harper's Young People, November 11, 1879 An Illustrated Weekly An Illustrated Weekly

Language

en

Duration

~55 minutes (53K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Annie McGuire

Release date

2009-02-25

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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Various Authors

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