Night Fall in the Ti-Tree

audiobook

Night Fall in the Ti-Tree

by Geraldine Rede, Violet Teague

EN·~2 minutes

Chapters

Description

In the quiet hush of twilight, the Ti‑Tree comes alive with a chorus of croaking frogs, chirping crickets, and the soft flutter of bats against a silver moon. Gentle rabbits nibble sweet grass, their playful hops echoing through the meadow as night settles over the hills. The verses weave a musical tapestry that invites listeners to feel the rhythm of the wild, each creature contributing its own sweet refrain to the evening’s lullaby.

Beneath the charm lies a gentle warning: the forest’s inhabitants must stay alert for the hidden snares humans leave behind. The poem reminds young ears that even the safest burrow can become a trap if caution is forgotten. With its lyrical storytelling and warm, natural imagery, the tale encourages listeners to cherish the wonder of nature while remembering the quiet strength that guides its smallest residents.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~2 minutes (2K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2012-04-18

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the authors

Geraldine Rede

Geraldine Rede

An Australian poet, illustrator, and bookmaker with an Arts and Crafts spirit, she created handmade books and lyrical writing that still feel intimate and distinctive. Her work moved between literature and visual art, giving her a small but memorable place in early 20th-century Australian culture.

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Violet Teague

Violet Teague

1872–1951

An Australian painter, printmaker, and writer whose work moved from elegant portraits to vivid scenes of Central Australia, she also helped create one of the country’s earliest children’s picture books. Her life joined art, travel, and books in a way that still feels fresh today.

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