Taylor, Bert Leston, 1866-1921

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Release date is 2024-11-17

Susan E., David E. Brown, Jude Eylander who transcribed the music, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Susan E., David E. Brown, Jude Eylander who transcribed the music, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

"The Well in the Wood" by Bert Leston Taylor is a whimsical children's tale written in the early 20th century. The story follows a young girl named Buddie, her talking dog, Colonel, and their encounters with various anthropomorphic animals in a fantastical wood filled with enchantment and humor. The narrative promises a delightful exploration of nature, friendship, and the adventures that await in the unknown. At the start of "The Well in the Wood," Buddie is enjoying a sunny day throwing sticks for her dog, Colonel, near the edge of a forest. While collecting flowers, she unwittingly discovers the mysterious Enchanter's Nightshade, leading to a magical transformation where Colonel gains the ability to speak. Their adventures begin as Colonel proposes visiting his lazy beaver friend, setting them off on a journey through the enchanting wood where they encounter other charming creatures like the Laziest Beaver and a witty rabbit, all while pondering whimsical questions about life and nature. The opening sets a whimsical tone, inviting readers into a world filled with enchanting possibilities through Buddie's eyes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)



Fantasy fiction Animals -- Juvenile fiction Girls -- Juvenile fiction

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