
A gentle adventure begins when three birds—a thrush, a lark, and a nightingale—convene under a rose leaf to ponder a solitary dewdrop that glistens each night. Their curiosity turns the tiny sparkle into a mystery of origin, purpose, and composition, inviting listeners into a world where even the smallest wonder can spark grand conversation. As the thrush retires to care for his family, the nightingale is left to continue the delicate investigation, setting the stage for a quiet, whimsical quest.
Through lyrical narration and charming illustrations, the story unfolds as a meditation on observation, friendship, and the simple beauty of nature’s fleeting moments. Listeners will drift alongside the birds, sharing their gentle musings and the tender reverence they hold for the dew‑kissed rose. It’s a soothing, imaginative escape that celebrates the magic hidden in everyday scenes, perfect for a calm listening hour.
Language
en
Duration
~31 minutes (30K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Marilynda Fraser-Cunliffe, Janet Blenkinship and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2006-11-14
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1818–1895
A Scottish minister and devotional writer, he became widely loved for warm, accessible books that encouraged Christian faith and comforted readers in grief and hardship. His writing often drew on nature, Scripture, and everyday experience to speak with unusual tenderness.
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