Once Upon a Time, and Other Child-Verses

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Once Upon a Time, and Other Child-Verses

by Mary Eleanor Wilkins Freeman

EN·~1 hours·85 chapters

Chapters

85 total

PREFACE

0:12

ONCE UPON A TIME

0:59

THE SICK FAIRY.

0:13

THE ENCHANTED TALE OF BANBURY CROSS.

0:43

Original

2:06

Original

2:11

A-BERRYING.

0:21

TWO MOODS.

0:34

THE THREE MARGERY DAWS.

0:10

Original

0:18

Description

A warm, lyrical voice invites listeners into a sun‑dappled meadow where fairies flutter among violets and children chase fleeting wonder. The opening verses weave simple, sing‑song rhythms that feel both timeless and fresh, setting a tone of gentle curiosity and quiet magic.

The collection unfolds with a variety of child‑like poems— from a tender lullaby for a ailing fairy, to a whimsical quest for the elusive nest at Banbury Cross, and playful twists on familiar nursery rhymes. Each piece balances lighthearted adventure with soothing imagery, encouraging imagination while echoing the cadence of classic bedtime stories. Ideal for listeners who enjoy poetic storytelling that sparks wonder without demanding heavy plot, this anthology offers a cozy retreat into the world of tiny marvels and melodic verses.

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Language

en

Duration

~1 hours (85K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by David Widger from page images generously provided by the Internet Archive

Release date

Apr 1, 2014

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Mary Eleanor Wilkins Freeman

Mary Eleanor Wilkins Freeman

1852–1930

Best known for vivid stories of New England village life, this American writer brought quiet struggles, strong-willed women, and eerie undercurrents to the page. Her work ranges from realism to memorable ghost stories, with "Pembroke" and "A New England Nun" among the pieces still widely read.

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