The tale of Reddy Woodpecker

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The tale of Reddy Woodpecker

by Arthur Scott Bailey

EN·~1 hours·1 chapter

Chapters

1 total

1:21:30

Description

In the sleepy farmyard of Pleasant Valley, the feathered residents are abuzz with gossip about a dashing newcomer spotted in the orchard. Mrs. Robin describes his brilliant red cap and stylish suit, while Mr. Crow warns that a red‑headed woodpecker might be a nest‑raider. The birds—Jasper Jay, Mrs. Chippy, and the rest—debate his manners and wonder whether his bright appearance hides a hungry appetite.

When the woodpecker finally lands on a branch, he greets the crowd with a calm confidence, insisting he is no egg‑thief. His unexpected arrival turns the chatter into a lively showdown, as each bird tests his claims and weighs the risk of trusting a stranger. The scene sets the stage for a charming tale of community, reputation, and the surprise that can come from a single red cap.

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Language

en

Duration

~1 hours (78K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2013-08-11

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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Arthur Scott Bailey

1877–1949

Best remembered for lively animal stories for children, this American writer turned farmyards, fields, and woodlands into gentle adventures. He wrote more than forty books, many of them designed to entertain young readers while slipping in bits of natural history.

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