
A charming collection of short stories invites young listeners into everyday French scenes where children, just like them, face familiar temptations and choices. Through gentle, unpretentious narration, each tale unfolds with vivid episodes—whether a bustling market, a toy shop, or a quiet street—allowing listeners to see the consequences of curiosity, pride, and generosity in action. The author’s refined yet accessible voice ensures that even the youngest audience can follow the plot while older listeners appreciate the subtle moral undercurrents.
The stories are crafted to teach timeless values without didactic lectures, letting the moral emerge naturally from the characters’ experiences. Simple language and lively illustrations bring the settings to life, making the lessons feel like a shared adventure rather than a sermon. Parents will find the tales both enjoyable and useful, offering gentle guidance that resonates across generations.
Language
en
Duration
~11 hours (660K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Ramon Pajares, Shaun Pinder 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
2014-11-29
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1773–1827
A French writer and journalist who turned to literature during the upheaval of the Revolution, she became known for clear, thoughtful books for young readers. Her stories blend moral seriousness with a warm interest in family life, education, and character.
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