Dooryard Stories

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Dooryard Stories

by Clara Dillingham Pierson

EN·~3 hours

Chapters

Description

In this warm collection, a mother shares the everyday miracles that unfold right outside her front door. She recounts the adventures of a drenched kitten named Silvertip, the daring battles over a birdhouse, and the curious antics of wasps, caterpillars, and grasshoppers that keep a little boy endlessly entertained. Each vignette feels like a whispered bedtime story, inviting listeners to pause and notice the tiny neighbors that often go unnoticed.

The narrator’s gentle humor and keen eye turn ordinary garden moments into lively tales of perseverance, friendship, and surprise. From a baby swift tumbling down a chimney to a red squirrel’s unexpected feast, the stories blend simple observation with a sense of wonder that encourages listeners of all ages to look at their own dooryards anew. It’s a celebration of the small lives that share our spaces, reminding us that adventure can be found just a stone’s throw from home.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~3 hours (195K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2013-02-06

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Clara Dillingham Pierson

Clara Dillingham Pierson

Best known for gentle animal stories for children, this early 20th-century American writer turned life on farms, in meadows, and in the woods into warm, talkative adventures. Her books invite young listeners into a world where everyday creatures feel lively, curious, and full of personality.

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