
LAZY MATILDA and OTHER TALES
LAZY MATILDA
THE WITCH AND THE TRUANT BOYS
THE VISITOR
DADDY CRANE
ENVIOUS ELIZA
THE NIXIE
STEPHEN’S LESSON
THE CATERPILLAR
MISCHIEVOUS JANE
A playful collection of rhymed tales invites listeners into a world where mischief meets kindness. In the first story a reluctant girl named Matilda wanders from home, only to encounter a grumpy dwarf and a hungry cat who dare her to trade idle chatter for clever work. With the feline’s quick thinking, Matilda learns that a little effort can turn even the gloomiest chores into a source of pride, and the tale finishes on a warm note of newfound diligence.
The second narrative follows two daring boys who skip school and stumble into a witch’s clutches, only to outwit her with quick wits and makeshift tools. Their daring escape hinges on teamwork, as one hides in a trough while the other seals the witch’s own window, turning her own magic against her. Both verses blend humor and moral insight, making the collection a charming listen for anyone who enjoys light‑hearted stories with a touch of folk‑tale mischief.
Language
en
Duration
~33 minutes (31K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Chris Curnow, Emmy 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
2014-11-04
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1863–1938
A gifted storyteller and illustrator from Delaware, this early 20th-century writer filled her books with fairy tales, folklore, and a strong sense of wonder. She also stood out as part of the Pyle family of artists while building a creative career very much her own.
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