Wood Magic: A Fable

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Wood Magic: A Fable

by Richard Jefferies

EN·~9 hours

Chapters

Description

In this gently whimsical tale we follow a curious youngster, affectionately called Sir Bevis, as he spends a bright morning amid the blossoms and buzzing insects of his family’s garden. The narrative paints the scene with vivid detail—the soft fall of daisy petals, the sticky sap of a bennet, and a bold bumble‑bee that actually speaks to him about the world beyond the hedges. Bevis’s playful investigations turn the ordinary garden into a living tapestry, inviting listeners to hear the rustle of grass, the hum of wings, and the secret chatter of nature.

As his imagination roams from the low box‑hedge to the hidden wooden boxes that shelter toads, the story hints at a deeper magic that lies just beyond the garden’s fence. The fable balances gentle humor with a reverent awe for the natural world, offering a soothing yet adventurous listening experience that encourages wonder in listeners of all ages.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~9 hours (548K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2008-05-02

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Richard Jefferies

Richard Jefferies

1848–1887

Best known for vivid nature writing rooted in the English countryside, this nineteenth-century author brought fields, woods, and rural life to the page with unusual immediacy. His work ranges from close observation of the natural world to imaginative fiction and reflective, almost mystical prose.

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