Old Rough The Miser. A Fable For Children
Restored Classics to Go EditionBy Lily F. Wesselhoeft
Length5h 7m
About this audiobook
"Old Rough the Miser" by Lily F. Wesselhoeft is an enchanting fable set on a vibrant farm, where a cast of animal characters confronts issues of greed, conflict, and wisdom. At the heart of the story is Old Rough, a miserly water-rat who stakes a claim on a meadow, sparking feuds with other woodland creatures over resources. The narrative unfolds with a dramatic trial, presided over by the wise Judge Owl, where Old Rough's rivalry with a crow and a water-rat over a cornfield intensifies. Despite the owl's ruling in favor of the crow, both parties continue their feud, illustrating the consequences of greed and the complexities of community dynamics. The tale further explores themes of justice, loyalty, and survival as Old Rough's interactions with other creatures reveal his harsh nature. His dealings with Bobtilla, a field-mouse seeking food for her sick child, and his treatment of his wife, Ruffina, highlight his selfishness. Meanwhile, in a tranquil woodland setting, lively encounters among creatures like chipmunks, crows, and the solemn owl Blinkeye underscore themes of wisdom and caution, as young animals learn to navigate the dangers of the wild. The story also features humorous and tense moments, such as a mischievous scheme by young crows to outsmart Old Rough and a deadly confrontation between the water-rat and a weasel, showcasing the interplay of cleverness, danger, and survival instincts. At a twilight reception hosted by Widow O'Warty, a gathering of woodland creatures celebrates with poetic exchanges, revealing aspirations and humor amidst themes of love and rivalry. Through its richly imagined world and engaging narrative, "Old Rough the Miser" offers young readers moral lessons and a playful exploration of animal life. This edition has been fully restored with modern typesetting, custom cover design.
Audiobook details
GenreFairy Tales and Folklore, Literary Classics
Length5 hrs 7 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateFeb 1, 2026
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I. THE BEGINNING OF THE FEUD.
2CHAPTER II. OLD ROUGH AT HOME.
3CHAPTER III. OLD CAW’S COUNSEL.
4CHAPTER IV. THE CORNFIELD.
5CHAPTER V. THE GREAT BASSO-PROFUNDO.
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6CHAPTER VI. THE YOUNG CROWS’ TRICK.
7CHAPTER VII. DECLARATION OF WAR.
8CHAPTER VIII. SWIFT PUTS BOBTILLA AND THE SQUIRRELS ON THEIR GUARD.
9CHAPTER IX. THE CROWS PLAN A SURPRISE FOR OLD ROUGH.
10CHAPTER X. OLD ROUGH IN DANGER.
11CHAPTER XI. THE COMBAT.
12CHAPTER XII. THE WIDOW O’WARTY’S RECEPTION.
13CHAPTER XIII. THE RIVALS.
14CHAPTER XIV. FLUFF IS LOST.
15CHAPTER XV. FLIPWING MAKES AN IMPORTANT DISCOVERY.
16CHAPTER XVI. OLD ROUGH EXPOUNDS A LAW OF THE WOODS, AND OLD CAW FORMS A PLAN.
17CHAPTER XVII. THE BATTLE.
18CHAPTER XVIII. THE CHAPERON.
19CHAPTER XIX. THE CHARM.
20CHAPTER XX. THE SPELL IS BROKEN.
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