A SUMMER IN A CAÑON & POLLY OLIVER'S PROBLEM (Illustrated)
By Kate Douglas Wiggin
Length10h 20m
About this audiobook
In Kate Douglas Wiggin's 'A Summer in a Cañon & Polly Oliver's Problem (Illustrated)', readers are transported into the picturesque landscape of a summer spent in a Colorado cañon. Through vivid descriptions and charming illustrations, Wiggin captures the beauty and tranquility of nature, juxtaposed with the inner turmoil and dilemmas faced by her characters. The book is a delightful blend of nature writing and social commentary, highlighting the juxtaposition of the idyllic scenery with the complexities of human relationships and personal growth. Wiggin's literary style is characterized by its lyrical prose, detailed imagery, and insightful reflections on the human experience, making this book a captivating read for fans of both nature writing and character-driven narratives. Kate Douglas Wiggin, a renowned author known for her children's literature and contributions to early childhood education, draws upon her own experiences and observations to craft a compelling and thought-provoking story that resonates with readers of all ages. Recommended for those seeking a blend of nature, social commentary, and timeless storytelling in a single volume.
Audiobook details
GenreChildren's Literature
Length10 hrs 20 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 29, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1A SUMMER IN A CAÑON & POLLY OLIVER'S PROBLEM (Illustrated)
2I. Preparation and Departure
3II. The Journey
4III. Life in the Cañon—The Heir Apparent Loses Himself
5IV. Rhyme and Reason
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6I. From the Countess Paulina Olivera to Her Friend and Confidante, The Lady Elsie Howard
7II. From Philip to Elsie
8III. The Knight of the Spectacles Takes the Quill
9IV. Margery’s Contribution
10V. The Camp Poetess Adds Her Store of Mental Riches to the General Fund
11VI
12V. The Forest of Arden—Good News
13VI. Queen Elsie Visits the Court
14VII. Polly’s Birthday: First Half in Which She Rejoices at the Mere Fact of Her Existence
15VIII. Polly’s Birthday: Second Half
16IX. Round the Camp-Fire
17X. More Camp-Fire Stories
18XI. Breaking Camp
19I. A Declaration of Independence
20II. Forecasting the Future
21III. The Doctor Gives Polly a Prescription
22IV. The Boarders Stay, and the Olivers Go
23V. Told in Letters
24VI. Polly Tries a Little Missionary Work
25VII. “Where Ignorance Is Bliss.”
26VIII. Two Fireside Chats
27IX. Hard Times
28X. Edgar Goes to Confession
29XI. The Lady in Black
30XII. The Great Silence
31XIII. A Garden Flower, or a Banian-Tree
32XIV. Edgar Discourses of Scarlet Runners
33XV. Life in the Birds’ Nest
34XVI. The Candle Called Patience
35XVII. Polly Launches Her Ships
36XVIII. The Children’s Hour: Reported in a Letter by an Eye-Witness
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