
Peggy’s Giant
LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS IN COLOUR
CHAPTER I WHAT PEGGY FOUND
CHAPTER II DISAPPEARING
CHAPTER III A DAISY FIELD
CHAPTER IV THE SLEEPY GIANT
CHAPTER V SWEETS AND FAIRIES
CHAPTER VI FE-FO-FUM!
CHAPTER VII PEGGY DRIVES A CAR
CHAPTER VIII THE MAYOR’S OUTING
Peggy’s ordinary birthday tea takes a surprising turn when a cracked cracker releases a glittering green ring. The moment the stone catches the light, the nursery fills with an enchanting glow, hinting that something extraordinary has slipped into her world. Curious and fearless, Peggy tries the ring on, only to discover it fits her thumb—a perfect fit for a child whose imagination is already soaring.
That single sparkle opens the door to a series of whimsical encounters: a sleepy giant who awakens to Peggy’s laughter, fields of daisies that seem to dance, and mischievous fairies offering sweet treats. As she follows the ring’s gentle pull, Peggy’s small‑world adventures begin to blend with the magical, inviting listeners to share in her wonder, bravery, and the delight of unexpected friendships.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (98K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2019-10-12
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Best known for the charming children's fantasy Peggy's Giant, this early 20th-century writer left behind a small but memorable footprint in juvenile fiction. Little biographical information is easy to confirm today, which gives the work an extra air of mystery.
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