
In a cozy hollow‑stump bungalow deep in the woods lives Uncle Wiggily, a kindly old rabbit who spends his days playing with rabbit children, squirrel brothers, ducklings and countless other forest friends. With Nurse Jane Fuzzy Wuzzy, his muskrat housekeeper, he fashions whimsical contraptions—a basket‑airship lifted by circus balloons and a wobbly automobile whose wheels are made of bologna sausages. Their imaginative inventions turn ordinary afternoons into soaring adventures, inviting listeners into a world where imagination and friendship are the true engines of fun.
One crisp winter day Uncle Wiggily sets off in his airship to fetch bread and sugar for Nurse Jane, only to spot a plume of dark smoke drifting toward his home. As he glides higher, a grand white goose arrives bearing none other than Mother Goose herself, who brings unsettling news about the mysterious smoke. The gentle tale pauses at this curious moment, promising a blend of wonder and gentle suspense that will keep listeners eager to discover what lies ahead.
Full title
Uncle Wiggily and Old Mother Hubbard Adventures of the Rabbit Gentleman with the Mother Goose Characters
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (163K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2007-10-27
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1873–1962
Best known for creating Uncle Wiggily, this prolific American writer helped shape early 20th-century children's reading with cheerful stories, adventure series, and radio work. He wrote for young audiences with a lively, accessible style that kept him popular for decades.
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