
In a quiet shed, three orphaned kittens navigate the world of play and rivalry, but the youngest—Frosty—senses something far beyond their simple games. With a sleek black coat dusted in frosty white and eyes that seem to hold ancient wisdom, Frosty detects a subtle vibration that sets his whiskers quivering, hinting at an unseen presence drawing nearer. The story gently weaves the cats’ humble lineage with the timeless reverence humans once held for feline guardians, hinting at a deeper mystery tied to the land they roam.
As the faint tremors grow louder, a lone horse’s approach becomes unmistakable, and Frosty’s keen perception forces him to choose between carefree kittenhood and a call to adventure. The narrative captures the tension of that pivotal moment, inviting listeners to follow Frosty’s instinctual journey into the unknown while the world around him teems with hidden history and quiet danger.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (252K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Greg Weeks, Ross Cooling and the Online Distributed Proofreading Canada Team at http://www.pgdpcanada.net
Release date
2011-03-04
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1910–1959
Best known for writing vivid outdoor adventures, he brought dogs, wilderness, and young readers together in stories full of loyalty, grit, and heart. His classic novel Big Red became his signature book and helped make him a favorite author for generations of animal-loving readers.
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