The Adventures of Sammy Jay

audiobook

The Adventures of Sammy Jay

by Thornton W. (Thornton Waldo) Burgess

EN·~1 hours

Chapters

Description

Sammy Jay is a clever, bold bird who loves nothing more than a good prank, especially when the cold of winter makes food scarce. Wrapped in his bright blue coat, he watches the forest’s residents from the treetops, noting every hidden stash of nuts and acorns. When the industrious Red Squirrel Chatterer guards his winter store‑house, Sammy’s mischievous mind whirls with a scheme to divert the squirrel’s attention and swipe a prize for himself.

The story follows Sammy’s careful plotting, his noisy ruse that draws Chatterer away, and the tense moment he slips toward the coveted larder. Listeners will enjoy the vivid forest setting, the playful rivalry between the feathered trickster and his furry counterpart, and the suspense of whether Sammy’s cunning plan will succeed—or backfire—before the first snow melts away.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~1 hours (85K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2013-08-29

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Thornton W. (Thornton Waldo) Burgess

Thornton W. (Thornton Waldo) Burgess

1874–1965

Best known for warm, lively animal stories set in the natural world, this American writer also became a passionate voice for conservation. His books introduced generations of young readers to Peter Rabbit, Reddy Fox, Jimmy Skunk, and many other beloved woodland characters.

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