
Transcriber's note: Unusual and inconsistent spelling is as printed.
CHAPTER I.
CHAPTER II.
CHAPTER III.
CHAPTER IV.
CHAPTER V.
A tiny canary finds itself torn from its family and placed in a bright, unfamiliar home, where two curious sisters, Rita and Dody, watch over it with wide‑eyed wonder. The bird’s first days are a mix of fear and fascination as it learns to eat from a bowl, feels the warmth of morning light, and watches the girls whisper admiring comments about its bright eyes and delicate feet. Dody, especially, treats the feathered newcomer like a fragile treasure, crafting a soft little “bed” and singing a gentle lullaby in hopes of easing its nervousness.
Through these tender moments, the story captures the quiet bond forming between child and creature, as the canary slowly discovers the rhythm of cage life while still yearning for the familiar comforts of its nest. The narrative balances the child's sweet, sometimes over‑protective affection with the bird’s instinctual desire for freedom, inviting listeners to feel the gentle tug of love, hope, and the early steps toward trust.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (65K characters)
Release date
2025-12-03
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1832–1924
A 19th-century writer of children's stories and religious fiction, she was part of a remarkable family of authors that included her sister Isabella Macdonald Alden and her daughter Grace Livingston Hill. Her books and magazine pieces were written for young readers and families, with warmth, moral purpose, and a strong storytelling touch.
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