Uncle Wiggily's Automobile

audiobook

Uncle Wiggily's Automobile

by Howard Roger Garis

EN·~2 hours

Chapters

Description

In a snug little neighborhood of talking animals, the kindly rabbit Uncle Wiggily finds himself feeling poorly one afternoon. A visit from the ever‑practical Dr. Possum reveals that the cause isn’t a cold at all but a bit too much comfort and too many sweet treats. The doctor’s prescription? Fresh air, sunshine, and a good dose of movement—preferably a journey beyond the familiar porch.

Motivated by the advice, Uncle Wiggily decides it’s time to dust off his long‑forgotten automobile and set out on a light‑hearted expedition. Along the way he reunites with old friends—squirrels, duck families, playful puppies, and even a sorrowful crow—each adding their own charm to his newfound quest for health. Listeners will enjoy the gentle humor and warm community spirit as the rabbit rolls down the road, rediscovering the joys of activity and the simple pleasure of helping neighbors along the way.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~2 hours (123K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by David Edwards, Val Wooff and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Release date

2019-07-30

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Howard Roger Garis

Howard Roger Garis

1873–1962

Best known for creating Uncle Wiggily, this prolific American writer helped shape early 20th-century children's reading with cheerful stories, adventure series, and radio work. He wrote for young audiences with a lively, accessible style that kept him popular for decades.

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