Chapters
17 totalWINTER
ILLUSTRATIONS
INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER I HUNTING THE SNOW
CHAPTER II THE TURKEY DRIVE
CHAPTER III WHITE-FOOT
CHAPTER IV A CHAPTER OF THINGS TO SEE THIS WINTER - I
CHAPTER V CHRISTMAS IN THE WOODS
CHAPTER VI CHICKADEE
CHAPTER VII A CHAPTER OF THINGS TO DO THIS WINTER - I
Description
A vivid celebration of the cold season, this book invites listeners to step into a world where snow‑covered fields become a living tapestry of tracks, calls, and hidden movement. Through gentle narration and charming illustrations, it guides young explorers to notice the subtle signs of foxes, squirrels, birds, and even the shy muskrat as they navigate the winter landscape.
The author’s lyrical prose captures both the fierce, biting edge of winter storms and the quiet, glittering moments beneath a star‑filled sky. By sharing practical tips—like the simple gear needed for “hunting the snow”—the narrative encourages children to venture outdoors, discover animal tracks, and learn how life endures beneath the frozen surface.
Beyond the facts, the work weaves a deeper sense of wonder, suggesting that winter’s silence holds its own poetry and that every hidden creature is a reminder of nature’s resilience. Listeners will come away with a fresh appreciation for the season’s rugged beauty and the quiet adventures it offers.
Details
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (180K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2013-02-28
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
About the author
Dallas Lore Sharp
1870–1929
A warm, observant nature writer and teacher, he brought birds, fields, woods, and changing seasons close to everyday readers. His books celebrate the life just beyond the doorstep rather than far-off wilderness.
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