The eagle's masque

audiobook

The eagle's masque

by active approximately 1808 Tom Tit

EN·~27 minutes·3 chapters

Chapters

3 total
1

THEEAGLE’S MASQUE.

0:14
2

TO THEJUVENILE WORLD.

1:31
3

THEEAGLE’S MASQUE.

25:15

Description

In this charming audio adventure, a spectacular masquerade unfolds as birds from every corner of the world converge, each hidden behind a clever costume. From the proud Eagle to the flamboyant Peacock, from waddling penguins pretending to be quails to a mischievous raven in a feathered hat, the story bursts with witty dialogue and vivid description that will make young listeners smile.

The narrator, a friendly fellow named Tom Tit, invites children to laugh at the chaos of the grand ball while subtly sprinkling true facts about each feathered guest. As the Empress of the aviary greets the crowd and the Eagle, ever watchful, sees through every disguise, the tale balances comedy with a gentle invitation to explore real natural‑history books later on. It’s a lively, educational romp that promises both amusement and a deeper appreciation for the marvelous variety of birds.

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Details

Language

en

Duration

~27 minutes (25K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Original publisher

United Kingdom: J. Mawman, 1808.

Credits

David Wilson (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Release date

2023-04-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

active approximately 1808 Tom Tit

active approximately 1808 Tom Tit

Best known by the pen name Tom Tit, this French writer made science feel playful and hands-on, turning simple experiments and puzzles into lively reading for curious minds. His work helped bring popular science into everyday homes in the late 19th century.

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