The Miraculous Pitcher

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The Miraculous Pitcher

by Nathaniel Hawthorne

EN·~45 minutes

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In a bright May afternoon a lively band of children sets out to climb a modest mountain that towers over their familiar woods. Guided by the ever‑cheerful Cousin Eustace, they wander past orchards, through fragrant meadows blooming with violets, columbines and strawberry flowers, each step a discovery of nature’s hidden wonders. Their trek is as much about the joy of friendship as it is about reaching the summit, and the hill itself becomes a playground of imagination.

Halfway up, the group pauses on a sturdy tree stump where Eustace, pockets full of apples, promises a tale to lift their spirits. He begins the legend of an elderly couple, Philemon and Baucis, and a mysterious pitcher that brings unexpected bounty. Listeners are invited to share in the wonder of this timeless story, where kindness and curiosity unlock small miracles.

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Full title

The Miraculous Pitcher (From: "A Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys")

Language

en

Duration

~45 minutes (43K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by David Widger and Al Haines

Release date

2005-11-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Nathaniel Hawthorne

Nathaniel Hawthorne

1804–1864

Best known for dark, beautifully crafted classics like The Scarlet Letter and The House of the Seven Gables, this major American writer explored guilt, secrecy, and the moral pressure of life in Puritan New England. His stories mix psychological depth with a haunting sense of history that still feels fresh today.

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