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THE LITTLE WHITE BIRD or ADVENTURES IN KENSINGTON GARDENS Scoops Audiobooks

THE LITTLE WHITE BIRD or ADVENTURES IN KENSINGTON GARDENS Scoops Audiobooks

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 "The Little White Bird; Or, Adventures in Kensington Gardens" by J. M. Barrie is a whimsical novel published in 1902. The book introduces readers to the character of David, a little boy whose relationship with his father-like figure unfolds through various intriguing sketches of life in Kensington Gardens. The narrative is imbued with a blend of fanciful imagination and poignant realities, exploring themes of childhood, parental relationships, and the world of make-believe. The opening of the book presents a richly detailed glimpse into the mind of the narrator, who expresses both affection and ambivalence towards David and his mother, Mary. We witness playful conversations between David and the narrator, filled with banter about age, beauty, and maternal instincts. The narrator reflects on David’s admiration for Mary, the nursery governess, and his whimsical belief that children transform into birds before they’re caught by the adult world. As the scene unfolds, we encounter the contrast between the innocence of childhood and the complexities of adult emotions, setting the stage for a narrative that combines humor with reflections on life and love. Also we are introduced to the origins and early childhood of Peter Pan, birthed in this story, at Kensington Gardens. (Project Gutenberg)

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  • The Little White Bird Ch. 1 Part 1 Scoops Audiobooks

    The Little White Bird Ch. 1 Part 1 Scoops Audiobooks
    Dec 25 2024
    Chapter 1 Part 1 DAVID AND I SET FORTH UPON A JOURNEY. The narrator opens up the story with how a boy named David, who likes to call him father, invites him to his mothers birthday. He rejects the invitation and says he has never spoken a word to her. He then goes on to tell us about how David's mother is giving him unwanted flirtatious attention and that his heart is taken by another woman he dreams about, whom he no longer sees in his daily life.

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    5 mins
  • The Little White Bird Ch. 1 Part 2 Scoops Audiobooks

    The Little White Bird Ch. 1 Part 2 Scoops Audiobooks
    Jan 11 2025
    ch. 1 p 2

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    10 mins
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