Round Robin

audiobook

Round Robin

by Abbie Farwell Brown

EN·~5 hours·29 chapters

Chapters

29 total
1

OTHER VOLUMES IN THE

1:44
2

LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS

0:11
3

A Letter to the One Who Reads This Book

10:54
4

ROUND ROBIN

0:00
5

ROUND ROBIN

0:00
6

CHAPTER I - THE GOLDEN GIRL

9:58
7

CHAPTER II

8:25
8

CHAPTER III

18:11
9

CHAPTER IV

23:49
10

CHAPTER V.

13:53

Description

Round Robin invites listeners into a lively circle of American schoolchildren who gather after school to share stories, games, and the small mysteries of their hometowns. Through their letters and lively meetings, the narrative paints a portrait of early‑twentieth‑century life on the home front, where each child brings a piece of his or her family’s past into the present conversation. The tone is earnest and warm, encouraging a sense of belonging that feels both nostalgic and immediate.

The first chapters introduce The Golden Girl, a quick‑witted girl who leads the Round Robin Club, and friends like Dick, Nelly, and the shy newcomer who travels with a mysterious trunk. Together they explore a fairy ring in the woods, stage a clambake on the riverbank, and stitch a patchwork quilt that becomes a symbol of their shared histories. Along the way, gentle lessons about law, liberty, and community emerge without ever feeling didactic. Listeners can hear the rustle of leaves, the hum of summer evenings, and the soft chatter that ties their diverse backgrounds into a single, hopeful voice.

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Language

en

Duration

~5 hours (294K characters)

Release date

2024-11-24

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Abbie Farwell Brown

Abbie Farwell Brown

1871–1927

Best remembered for warm, imaginative books for children, this Boston-born writer filled her stories and poems with fairy-tale charm, humor, and a strong sense of New England life. Her work ranges from playful verse to gentle fantasy, making her an appealing rediscovery for listeners who enjoy classic children’s literature.

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