Wigwam wonder tales

audiobook

Wigwam wonder tales

by William Thompson

EN·~1 hours·13 chapters

Chapters

13 total
1

DEDICATION

0:57
2

ILLUSTRATIONS

1:57
3

THE GIANT BUTTERFLY AND THE MOUSE

6:48
4

WACTU, THE ANIMAL PAINTER

7:40
5

ALITOCI AND THE GIANT BIRDS

4:46
6

NIONA AND THE MOON MAN

7:44
7

WHY DOGS DO NOT TALK

4:32
8

MR. FISH AND YONI

15:05
9

FIRE BOY AND WATER BOY

7:32
10

OLD SPOT AND THE CUPIDS

12:56

Description

In this collection the narrator invites listeners on a wander‑through of far‑flung landscapes—from mist‑cloaked New‑Foundland coasts to sun‑baked olive groves—each tale stitched together with vivid, almost picture‑book sketches of talking animals, mischievous sprites, and ancient spirits. The voice is warm and conversational, recalling shared journeys with a steadfast companion and the quiet wonder that follows a simple footstep on an unfamiliar trail. Every story feels like a campfire whisper, inviting you to linger over the peculiar humor and gentle wisdom that rise from the ordinary.

One of the standout myths follows Ayas, a boy who once tried to catch the very sunbeams that danced on his fingertips. As a grown hunter he fashions a brightly beaded coat, only to see it scorch and his beads scatter, prompting a frantic hunt for the unseen culprit. He soon discovers he has inadvertently trapped the sun itself, plunging his village into an unsettling darkness that drives him to call upon every forest creature for help. The narrative balances playful imagination with a quiet reverence for the natural world, making it a perfect listen for anyone who loves folklore that feels both ancient and freshly alive.

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Language

en

Duration

~1 hours (79K characters)

Release date

2025-10-06

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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William Thompson

b. 1865

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