
audiobook
by Thornton W. (Thornton Waldo) Burgess
THE ADVENTURES OF OLD MR. TOAD
LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS
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In the bright, breezy world of the Green Meadows, the normally leisurely Mr. Toad is seen sprint‑hopping down the Lone Little Path, breathless and determined. Jimmy Skunk, ever the curious observer, stops him and learns that the old amphibian is racing to the Smiling Pool for a very unusual reason: he insists he has a “beautiful voice” and a starring role in the spring chorus. The sight of the squat, wobbling toad hurrying about his mysterious business is both puzzling and amusing, especially when Jimmy’s laughter erupts at the very notion of a toad’s serenade.
Soon, Jimmy confides in his friend Peter Rabbit, and the two set out to uncover what could possibly compel Mr. Toad’s sudden urgency. Their gentle rivalry and playful banter hint at a day‑long adventure filled with quirky characters, unexpected mishaps, and the simple charm of meadow life. Listeners will be drawn into a light‑hearted tale where even the most ordinary creatures may hide surprising talents.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (79K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Newman and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Release date
2004-06-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1874–1965
Best known for bringing friendly animal characters like Peter Cottontail to life, this beloved children's writer turned a deep love of nature into stories that entertained generations of young readers. His books mixed gentle adventure with close observation of the natural world, helping make conservation feel personal and fun.
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