
FIRST NIGHT THE THREE HAPPY CHILDREN
SECOND NIGHT THE PLAYMATES OF THE THREE HAPPY CHILDREN
THIRD NIGHT NOISY FOLKS
FOURTH NIGHT JUST BEFORE SUPPER
FIFTH NIGHT THE TOYMAN
SIXTH NIGHT THE WILLOW WHISTLE
SEVENTH NIGHT MR. SCARECROW
EIGHTH NIGHT THE PRETTIEST FAIRY STORY IN THE WORLD
NINTH NIGHT ANOTHER TRUE FAIRY STORY
TENTH NIGHT THE HAPPY ENDING OF THE ORIOLE'S STORY
In a bright white house set beside a quiet road, three lively siblings—Jehosophat, Marmaduke, and little Hepzebiah—spend their days exploring a world of trees, barns, and a sparkling pond. Their parents, a warm‑hearted mother and a strong, good‑natured father, fill the home with simple pleasures: fresh meals, Sunday rituals, and the gentle hum of country life. The children’s odd, biblical names add a playful touch to their adventures, while the surrounding countryside offers endless curiosities—flowers, birds, and the rustle of pine needles under their feet.
The collection unfolds as a series of charming vignettes where the kids befriend quirky animals, encounter a meticulous Toyman, and set sail on tiny boats. Each tale balances gentle humor with a sense of wonder, inviting listeners to share in the children’s imaginative play and the comforting rhythm of rural living. The stories promise a cozy, whimsical escape, perfect for anyone who loves the magic hidden in everyday moments.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (169K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, William Flis, Ted Garvin and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. HTML version by Al Haines.
Release date
Apr 1, 2005
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1881–1950
Best known for lively children's books like Seven O'Clock Stories and Half-Past Seven Stories, this American writer mixed bedtime adventure with a warm, playful imagination. He also wrote novels, history, and travel-themed works, showing a range well beyond his best-loved tales for young readers.
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