
In a whimsical palace where Mother Nature watches over her lively brood, each child embodies a different element of the weather. Sun, ever‑gentle and comforting, leads the sisters while the rambunctious brothers—Thunder, Lightning, and the restless winds—stir up mischief whenever they’re left to their own devices. When Mother Nature drifts off to rest, she entrusts the youngsters with keeping the world in balance until spring returns.
The story follows Sun’s determined attempts to calm the chaos that erupts when Rain weeps unchecked and the wild winds rush in. With a mix of playful tricks, heartfelt pleas, and seasonal rituals, the siblings learn how their actions ripple across the land, shaping frosty mornings, sparkling snowflakes, and bright summer days. Listeners are drawn into a charming, gentle tale that celebrates cooperation, the rhythms of nature, and the simple joy of a world restored for the festive season.
Language
nl
Duration
~5 hours (334K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg.
Release date
2016-07-10
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1832–1888
Best known for "Little Women," she turned family life, hard work, and strong-willed girls into stories that have stayed beloved for generations. Her writing drew on real experience, giving it warmth, humor, and emotional honesty.
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