The reign of King Oberon

audiobook

The reign of King Oberon

by Walter Jerrold

EN·~8 hours·35 chapters

Chapters

35 total
1

Transcriber’s Note

0:29
2

Preface

1:33
3

DedicationTo My Children

0:44
4

List of Illustrations

6:06
5

The Reign of King Oberon

7:16
6

The Gifts of the Dwarfs

14:46
7

Thumbeline

24:32
8

The Young Piper

15:26
9

Rumpel-Stilts-Ken

6:38
10

Karl Katz

13:14

Description

A delightful collection of fairy tales gathered from the enchanted courts of King Oberon and Queen Titania, this volume offers listeners a glimpse into the timeless world of Fairyland. The editor frames the stories with gentle anecdotes about how the tales were first whispered among sprites, then transcribed for young readers, inviting you to share in the wonder that has inspired generations of storytellers.

Within the pages you’ll meet mischievous pixies, brave tiny heroes, and wise old dwarfs whose adventures unfold in shimmering glades and moonlit streams. Each narrative carries the fresh humor and tender moral of the classic folklore tradition, echoing the voices of Andersen, the Grimm brothers, and other beloved authors while keeping the magic uniquely its own. The charming illustrations, referenced throughout, hint at the vivid scenes that accompany each spoken word, making the listening experience feel like a walk through an illuminated fairy ring. Enjoy the gentle rhythm of these age‑old stories, perfect for curious minds of any age.

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Language

en

Duration

~8 hours (465K characters)

Release date

2024-07-19

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Walter Jerrold

Walter Jerrold

1865–1929

A lively man of letters from late Victorian and Edwardian England, he wrote biographies, essays, travel books, and works for children while also building a career in journalism. His books range from literary lives to playful anthologies, showing a taste for both scholarship and wit.

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