"The Forest Farm: Tales of the Austrian Tyrol" was written by Peter Rosegger, an Austrian writer and poet from Krieglach in the province of Styria. An excerpt from the first part of the book; "In the heart of Austria lies Steiermark (Styria), a rough mountain country on the eastern slope of the Alps. Its inhabitants, protected from the levelling influences of modern civilisation and cut off from that mingling with other peoples which destroys racial character, have retained their old individuality and customs longer than any other German people..."

A compilation of nine classic Golden Book tales, including the Shy Little Kitten.

In 'The Sandman: His Farm Stories' by William John Hopkins, readers are transported to a charming world of whimsical farmyard tales. The book is rooted in the literary tradition of pastoral literature, with Hopkins employing a gentle and nostalgic tone throughout the stories. Each story features vibrant descriptions of farm life and endearing animal characters, making it a delightful read for both children and adults. Hopkins' prose is simple yet evocative, inviting readers to immerse themselves in the beauty of the countryside. The book also touches on themes of nature, simplicity, and the importance of living in harmony with the land. William John Hopkins, an accomplished writer and storyteller, draws on his own experiences growing up in rural America to bring authenticity to the narratives in 'The Sandman: His Farm Stories'. His love for the natural world shines through in his vivid descriptions and heartfelt portrayal of farm life. Hopkins' background in agriculture and rural living undoubtedly influenced the creation of this enchanting collection. I highly recommend 'The Sandman: His Farm Stories' to anyone seeking a heartwarming and enchanting escape into the world of a rural farm. Hopkins' storytelling skills and deep connection to the land make this book a captivating and timeless read for readers of all ages.

Gift collection of ten favorite farm tales.

This is a story of an extraordinary Farmer, Ted, his sheepdog Rounder and their adventures created by the mystery and theft of a mystical jewel. The jewel is acquired by Ted during his travels in the mountains of Sylvania where he solves the puzzle of an ancient hermit who has been waiting for him for a thousand years. In the wood there are creatures of the forest, including the hermit's wolf, who have been transformed into animals because of breaking the sacred laws of the forest. The jewel has mysterious healing powers and, through it, Ted's farm and his farmyard animals prosper. The animals have adventures of their own, including cleverly outmanoeuvring a dangerous dog, and defeating a sly fox with the aid of little mice and a talking crow. The jewel is stolen by two rascals of the road, by trickery, and Rounder and his friends go in search of the jewel. Meanwhile Ted is duped by an unscrupulous business man into selling the farm. The animals receive help from a strange fabulous creature, the Gombit, from sideways land. One of the rascals has a moment of redemption after being saved from certain death by Rounder. After pursuing the remaining trickster they return to the farm where they have one last task to save it from sale with the aid of a courageous goat. The adventure ends with the appearance of a strangely familiar man of power. He bears a profound message from the ancient people of the Lakota.

Happy Readers ~ Happy Kids! Are you looking for a children's book that is highly entertaining, great for beginning readers, and is jam-packed with stories, jokes, and more? Follow the adventures of Farm Tales! This is an excellent read for early and beginning readers. Each story contains an important moral and lesson with cute and bright illustrations for younger readers! These stories are great for quick bedtime stories and cute tales to be read aloud with friends and family! 5 cute short stories Excellent for early and beginning readers Great for reading aloud with friends and family Cute short stories that are great for a quick bedtime story Funny and hilarious jokes & illustrations for kids This books is especially great for traveling, waiting rooms, and read aloud at home. Story List & Activities: Ricky the Farm Boy Delores the Cow Buddy the Wonder Goat Lucky the Rooster Eleanor's Egg Farm Jokes Games and Puzzles Each story contains an important lesson for strong character development in children. Scroll up and click 'buy' and spend some quality time with your child!