
In the heart of the Big Deep Woods stands a towering hollow tree, its three empty branches home to a mischievous raccoon, a sleepy opossum, and a clever black crow. These forest friends gather around a cozy parlor, sharing food, jokes, and timeless stories that feel as old as the woods themselves. The book invites listeners into this enchanted community, where the passage of years is a gentle illusion and every character retains a youthful spark.
When a sudden snowfall cuts off the world outside, the Hollow Tree residents find themselves snowed‑in, and new adventures unfold. From Mr. Dog’s daring escapades to the quiet wisdom of Grandpaw Hare, each tale is illustrated with lively drawings that bring the frosty scene to life. A hand‑drawn map of the woods guides the imagination, showing hidden paths, bridges, and the edge of the world where the characters often pause to watch the horizon. Listeners will enjoy the warm humor and gentle wonder that make this collection a perfect companion for a cold afternoon.
Full title
The Hollow Tree Snowed-In Book Being a continuation of stories about the Hollow Tree and Deep Woods people
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (213K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Annie McGuire. This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Internet Archive.
Release date
2010-10-04
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1861–1937
Best remembered as Mark Twain’s close friend and biographer, he also wrote lively travel books, children’s stories, humor, and verse. His work moves easily between literary history and a warm, adventurous storytelling style.
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