
audiobook
by Francis C. (Francis Channing) Woodworth
E-text prepared by Ben Beasley, Paul Ereaut,
STORIES ABOUT ANIMALS. - WITH PICTURES TO MATCH - BY - FRANCIS C. WOODWORTH, - EDITOR OF "THE YOUTH'S CABINET," AUTHOR OF "STORIES ABOUT BIRDS," &c. - BOSTON. PHILLIPS, SAMPSON AND COMPANY. 1851.
Preface.
Stories about Animals.
The Dog.
The Wolf.
The Horse.
The Panther and Leopard.
The Elephant.
The Lion.
A delightful collection of short anecdotes brings the everyday wonders of dogs, cats, horses, and other familiar quadrupeds to life. Each tale is paired with a matching illustration, inviting listeners to picture the animal’s quirky habits and gentle charms as they are recounted.
The stories are drawn from a mix of personal observation, friends’ recollections, and classic natural‑history sources, offering a blend of humor and insight without the weight of a formal scientific treatise. Young readers will hear about clever tricks, unexpected loyalties, and the simple intelligence that makes these creatures such beloved companions.
Designed to entertain as much as to inform, the volume encourages a deeper appreciation for the natural world and the thoughtful design behind it. Listeners will come away with a warm sense of wonder at the many ways animals reveal the wisdom and kindness woven through everyday life.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (286K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2006-07-06
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1812–1859
A lively 19th-century writer for young readers, he mixed adventure, moral lessons, and curiosity about the world into stories that were widely read in their day.
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