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Peggy McQueen steps out of her caravan on a bright May morning, her bare arms warmed by sunshine and her auburn hair catching the light. With her trusty blood‑hound Ralph at her side, she follows the song of birds into a nearby wood, feeling the thrill of freedom that only a curious twelve‑year‑old can know. The scene is painted with vivid details—the dewy grass, the rustling oak and beech, and the chatter of a warty rook that seems to greet her each dawn.
The narrative unfolds as a gentle, lyrical adventure, inviting listeners to share Peggy’s awe of nature and her secret desire to explore beyond the familiar camp. Her imagination is as vivid as the tartan Tam o’ Shanter perched on her head, and the forest becomes a playground of hidden sounds and shy creatures.
Through simple joys and quiet observations, the story captures the timeless feeling of childhood wonder, promising a warm, heart‑ening listen that celebrates the beauty of a world just waiting to be discovered.
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (189K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Original publisher
United Kingdom: Collins, 1900.
Credits
Al Haines, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2023-05-21
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1840–1910
A naval surgeon who turned real-world experience into lively adventure stories, he became one of the most prolific writers of boys' fiction in Victorian Britain. His books often mix travel, sea life, and practical know-how with a strong sense of fun and momentum.
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