Flower Fables
Louisa May Alcott
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Flower Fables is a collection of enchanting tales crafted by Louisa May Alcott when she was just sixteen. Written for the daughter of Ralph Waldo Emerson, these stories invite listeners into a whimsical world where nature and imagination intertwine.
Set against a backdrop of vibrant gardens and magical landscapes, Alcott's fables explore themes of friendship, bravery, and the beauty of the natural world. Each story features charming characters and moral lessons, making them perfect for young listeners and those young at heart.
With its lyrical prose and imaginative storytelling, Flower Fables stands out as a delightful introduction to Alcott's literary voice, showcasing her early talent and love for the fantastical. This collection not only reflects the innocence of childhood but also offers timeless wisdom that resonates across generations.
Chapters
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| Introduction | 2:18 | Read by Clarica | |
| The Frost King | 29:44 | Read by TriciaG | |
| Eva's Visit to Fairy-Land | 30:38 | Read by TriciaG | |
| The Flower's Lesson | 6:55 | Read by Clarica | |
| Lily-Bell and Thistledown | 52:32 | Read by ink tree | |
| Little Bud | 25:23 | Read by Lucy Burgoyne (1950-2014) | |
| Clover-Blossom | 11:15 | Read by Clarica | |
| Little Annie's Dream | 18:27 | Read by ASchindler | |
| Ripple, the Water-Spirit | 28:37 | Read by Jennifer Stearns | |
| Fairy Song | 2:42 | Read by Clarica |
Reviews
it is a great book but.....
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.....TriciaG ........ was not very good it sounded like some thing was muffling or she was too far away. And Lucy burgoynes accent I loved but ..it was a little hard to understand☹ but all of the other readers did very good☺! muchas gracias! merci! Dankie! faleminderit! ashkurk ! shnorhakalut’yun ! çox sağ ol ! eskerrik asko! Дзякуй! ধন্যবাদ! hvala ti! Благодаря ти! I can't do any more!😁😅
A LibriVox Listener
Really good but one reader was not good
The book
Katie Sweeting
Flower fables is a great book and its describing is great to listen to. and it also includes the right sort of adventure for the kids to listen to.
the book is sweet,and I love the fairies. 🐎🐅🦓🐆🐫🐐🐿🦃🦃🦋🐢
Tania D.
good book
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Could you please have a single reader read this? Please?