The Pied Piper of Hamelin, and Other Poems

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The Pied Piper of Hamelin, and Other Poems

by Robert Browning

EN·~1 hours

Chapters

Description

A lively mix of classic tales and poems invites listeners into a world of adventure, curiosity, and gentle lessons. From daring bicycle highwaymen to ghostly encounters, each story captures the spirit of youthful imagination while weaving timeless values of bravery, kindness, and wit. The collection brings together beloved voices of the past, offering a charming blend of humor and heart that feels just right for a young audience.

One standout piece recounts the infamous town of Hamelin, where a sudden surge of mischievous rats overwhelms the streets, kitchens, and even the cradles of newborns. Desperate townsfolk gather in the council hall, debating how to rid themselves of the pestilence, when a peculiar, brightly‑clad stranger arrives with a promise: a secret charm that can summon any creature beneath the sun. His melodic promise and mysterious presence set the stage for a whimsical solution, hinting at the power of music and cleverness to restore order.

Details

Full title

The Pied Piper of Hamelin, and Other Poems Every Boy's Library

Language

en

Duration

~1 hours (74K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Paul Clark and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Release date

2013-05-30

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Robert Browning

Robert Browning

1812–1889

A master of the dramatic monologue, he gave Victorian poetry a sharp, unsettling voice in works like My Last Duchess and The Ring and the Book. His poems are known for their wit, psychological depth, and interest in what people reveal when they speak for themselves.

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