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TRANSCRIBER'S NOTES
THE PERAMBULATIONS OF A Bee and a Butterfly, &c. &c.
PREFACE.
CHAP. I.
CHAP. II.
CHAP. III.
CHAP. IV.
CHAP. V.
CHAP. VI.
CHAP. VII.
A restless young bee, lured by bright weather, darts from the safety of its hive before the season is ready, ignoring his mother's warnings. The impulsive flight lands him in a cramped flower where he is caught, and a compassionate butterfly discovers his plight. Their rescue sparks an unlikely friendship that opens a window onto the subtle qualities of character that often slip past larger, indifferent observers.
Together they wander through fields of cowslips and tulips, encountering playful children, boastful peers, and the occasional vanity that threatens to cloud their simple bond. As the bee learns the value of duty and the butterfly wrestles with pride, each encounter offers a gentle mirror for the listener to reflect on industry, humility, and the quiet courage of everyday choices. The tale balances charming observations with a thoughtful look at human foibles, making it an inviting listen for anyone who enjoys moral stories told through the eyes of nature.
Full title
The Perambulations of a Bee and a Butterfly, In which are delineated those smaller traits of character which escape the observation of larger spectators. In which are delineated those smaller traits of character which escape the observation of larger spectators.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (106K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Dianna Adair, John Campbell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2013-07-20
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
A prolific early 19th-century writer for children, she produced moral tales and educational stories that were popular with young readers of the period. Her books often mix gentle instruction with lively situations drawn from everyday life and the natural world.
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