Wind in the Willows

Kenneth Grahame

2023年11月 · Sounded Limited · 讲述者：Gill Mills

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The Wind in the Willows is a classic children's novel written by Kenneth Grahame. It was first published in 1908 and has since become a beloved and enduring work of literature.The story revolves around the adventures of anthropomorphic animals, each with their own distinct personalities and quirks. The main characters include Mole, Rat, Toad, and Badger. The narrative unfolds in the English countryside, primarily along the riverbank and in the Wild Wood.The plot follows Mole, a mild-mannered and home-loving animal, who befriends Rat, a water-loving and easygoing character. Together, they have various adventures, meeting the eccentric and wealthy Toad of Toad Hall, and the wise and reclusive Badger.The novel explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the contrasts between the simplicity of rural life and the allure of more extravagant pursuits. Toad's reckless behavior, particularly his obsession with motorcars, serves as a central element of the story.It is celebrated for its charming prose, memorable characters, and the timeless lessons it imparts. Narrated by Gill Mills with TrueVoice, a Digital Replica licensed with consent, exclusively to Sounded.com.

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Kenneth Grahame was a British author born on March 8, 1859, in Edinburgh, Scotland. He was the third of four children and spent most of his childhood with his grandmother in Cookham Dene, Berkshire, England. His mother died when he was only five years old, and his father, an alcoholic, was unable to care for the children. Grahame attended St. Edward's School in Oxford and later worked as a clerk at the Bank of England. He married Elspeth Thomson in 1899, and they had one child, a son named Alastair. Grahame's son was the inspiration for the character of Toad in his most famous work, The Wind in the Willows. Grahame began writing stories and essays in his spare time, and his first book, Pagan Papers, was published in 1893. He also contributed articles to several newspapers and magazines, including The Yellow Book and The National Observer. In 1908, Grahame published The Wind in the Willows, which became an instant classic.