
JONAS ON A FARM in WINTER
BY JACOB ABBOTT - Author of the Rollo Books - MDCCCLI
PREFACE
CHAPTER I.
CHAPTER II.
CHAPTER III.
CHAPTER IV.
CHAPTER V.
CHAPTER VI.
CHAPTER VII.
In the crisp chill of a winter morning, a young farmhand named Jonas awakens the great room of his employer’s house, coaxing a sleepy fire to life while his loyal cat, Darco, watches from the hearth. The detailed routine of lighting the stove, arranging coals, and preparing a lantern paints a vivid picture of rural life, where simple chores become a quiet ritual of responsibility and care.
Soon the farm’s other boys—Oliver, his brother Josey, and the foreman Amos—join Jonas, their breath visible in the frosty air as they discuss the fresh snowfall and the day’s tasks. Together they plan to haul timber through the snow‑covered woods, a venture that promises both hard work and the satisfaction of building something lasting. Through these modest adventures, the story gently teaches the values of honesty, teamwork, and practical sense, inviting listeners to share in the steady rhythm of a winter farm and the quiet heroism of everyday effort.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (160K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2004-05-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1803–1879
A hugely popular 19th-century American writer, he helped shape children's literature with stories and biographies meant to teach as well as entertain. His books reached generations of young readers through the beloved Rollo series and many lively histories.
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