The Merryweathers

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The Merryweathers

by Laura Elizabeth Howe Richards

EN·~3 hours·25 chapters

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25 total
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THE - MERRYWEATHERS - BY - LAURA E. RICHARDS

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FOR REMEMBRANCE

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LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS

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THE MERRYWEATHERS

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CHAPTER I. - THE ARRIVAL

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CHAPTER II. - THE CAMP

10:28
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CHAPTER III. - AUF DAS WASSER ZU SINGEN

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CHAPTER IV. - AFTER THE PICNIC

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CHAPTER V. - KITTY AND WILLY

11:48

Description

A lively road trip sets the stage for this charming tale, as two spirited cousins journey from Ohio to a bustling country estate. Their chatter, full of nervous excitement and playful teasing, paints a vivid picture of youthful anticipation against a backdrop of golden fields and shimmering lakes. The narrative’s gentle humor and warm descriptions invite listeners into a world where even an owl’s “Tu‑whoo!” feels like a friendly greeting.

Upon arrival, the cousins encounter the eccentric Merryweather family, whose members are as colorful as the surrounding meadow. From the impeccably groomed Mr. Merryweather to the bustling household chores, each character adds a delightful twist to the unfolding social dance. As friendships begin to blossom and misunderstandings multiply, the story promises a sweet exploration of belonging, family ties, and the simple joys of countryside life, all delivered with a light‑hearted, conversational tone that keeps the listener smiling.

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Language

en

Duration

~3 hours (220K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Suzanne Shell, Emmy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Release date

2008-05-17

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Laura Elizabeth Howe Richards

Laura Elizabeth Howe Richards

1850–1943

Best remembered for charming children's verse and stories, this prolific American writer published more than 90 books across poetry, fiction, and biography. She also shared in a Pulitzer Prize for a life of her mother, Julia Ward Howe.

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