
A moonlit valley is alive with anticipation as every creature of fairy realm converges for a night of revelry. Oberon, Titania, Puck and countless sprites bustle about, decorating the violet‑drenched glade with lantern‑like dew, glow‑worms and freshly trimmed blossoms, while gnomes labor cheerfully to clear the ground and ready the scene for dancing. The air hums with nightingales’ song, and a luminous nymph rises from the central pool, her wand shimmering as the ceremony draws near.
Amid the flurry of preparation, a young gnome named Bim lags behind, exhausted from a long trek across distant lands. Though eager to join the festivities, his sluggish steps contrast sharply with the bustling energy of his peers, hinting at an unexpected snag that could ripple through the night’s enchantments. Listeners are invited to follow the bustling preparations and wonder how Bim’s plight may unfold under the moon’s gentle glow.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (374K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2016-05-18
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1870–1940
A versatile early 20th-century British writer, editor, and playwright, he moved easily between fantasy, allegory, literary criticism, and practical advice for authors. His work has a curious, imaginative streak that still feels distinctive today.
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