https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/old-mother-west-wind--6996925enBooksCopyright Animals and Nature Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/7854302054af9c1bad2d2faef6595e22.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/old-mother-west-wind--6996925Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:02:28 +0000Thornton W. BurgessAnimals and Nature Genrespreaker38@podcastlibrary.orgThornton Waldo Burgess (January 14, 1874 – June 5, 1965) was a conservationist and author of children's stories. He loved the beauty of nature and its living creatures so much that he wrote about them for 50 years. By the time he retired, he had...false8553bd26-234c-56d5-8fa8-70e6b9c11cddepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/squirrels-and-other-fur-bearers-john-burroughs--74448623https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74448623Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:47 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Squirrels and Other Fur-bearers" by John Burroughs offers a delightful exploration of the lives of various fur-bearing animals, particularly focusing on squirrels. Burroughs' keen observations and poetic prose invite listeners to appreciate the...11623falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/great-big-treasury-of-beatrix-potter-beatrix-potter--74396637https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74396637Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:09 +0000Thornton W. BurgessThe "Great Big Treasury of Beatrix Potter" is a delightful collection that showcases the enchanting tales and whimsical illustrations of Beatrix Potter, a beloved author whose stories have captivated generations. This treasury brings together her...12719falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/little-jack-rabbit-s-adventures-david-cory--74315082https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74315082Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:04:50 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Little Jack Rabbit's Adventures" by David Cory invites listeners into a charming world of whimsical tales that capture the spirit of adventure and curiosity. This delightful story follows the escapades of Little Jack Rabbit as he explores his...5768falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-west-wind-when-stories-thornton-w-burgess--74209834https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74209834Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:05:51 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Mother West Wind When Stories" by Thornton W. Burgess invites listeners into a world where nature's characters come alive, each sharing their unique tales under the watchful eye of Old Mother West Wind. This collection captures the timeless charm of...9911falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tale-of-grandfather-mole-arthur-scott-bailey--74143069https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74143069Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:05:53 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Tale of Grandfather Mole" by Arthur Scott Bailey invites listeners into the enchanting world of Grandfather Mole, a character that embodies wisdom and the charm of nature. This delightful tale captures the essence of curiosity and the importance of...7333falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poor-blossom-edith-carrington--74095112https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74095112Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:05:15 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Poor Blossom-Edith Carrington" invites listeners into a world where resilience and the human spirit shine through adversity. This poignant tale captures the essence of struggle and hope, making it a timeless narrative that resonates with anyone...8952falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/billy-bunny-and-uncle-bull-frog-david-cory--74038953https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74038953Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:05:26 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Billy Bunny and Uncle Bull Frog" by David Cory invites listeners into a delightful world of adventure and friendship. This charming tale revolves around the playful interactions between Billy Bunny and his wise companion, Uncle Bull Frog, as they...8311falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/adventures-of-sammy-jay-thornton-w-burgess--73983783https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73983783Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:05:46 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Adventures of Sammy Jay" by Thornton W. Burgess invites listeners into the whimsical world of Sammy Jay, a lively character who embodies curiosity and mischief. This charming tale showcases the adventures and lessons learned through Sammy's...5430falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/story-of-scraggles-george-wharton-james--73929185https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73929185Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:04:56 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Story of Scraggles" by George Wharton James invites listeners into a charming tale that captures the essence of adventure and the spirit of companionship. Through its engaging narrative, the story explores themes of loyalty and resilience that...4131falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/billy-mink-version-2-thornton-w-burgess--73869146https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73869146Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:05:33 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Billy Mink" by Thornton W. Burgess invites listeners into the enchanting world of nature, where the adventures of a clever mink unfold. This charming tale captures the essence of curiosity and the importance of friendship, making it a timeless story...8030falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-west-wind-when-stories-thornton-w-burgess--73804671https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73804671Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:02:28 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Mother West Wind When Stories" by Thornton W. Burgess invites listeners into a whimsical world filled with charming tales that celebrate nature and the creatures that inhabit it. Through the gentle guidance of Mother West Wind, these stories weave...9911falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tale-of-benny-badger-arthur-scott-bailey--73772317https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73772317Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:02:22 +0000Thornton W. BurgessTale of Benny Badger by Arthur Scott Bailey is a charming story that captures the adventures and misadventures of Benny, a curious badger. This delightful tale invites listeners into the whimsical world of woodland creatures, showcasing themes of...6498falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queer-little-folks-harriet-beecher-stowe--73741932https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73741932Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:02:27 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Queer Little Folks" by Harriet Beecher Stowe invites listeners into a whimsical world where the charm of childhood imagination meets profound themes of kindness and understanding. This collection of stories captures the essence of youthful curiosity...7683falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/adventures-of-buster-bear-thornton-w-burgess--73717851https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73717851Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:02:26 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Adventures of Buster Bear" by Thornton W. Burgess invites listeners into the charming world of Buster Bear, where nature's wonders and the lessons of the wild come alive. This timeless tale explores themes of curiosity, bravery, and the importance of...6373falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dido-the-dancing-bear-his-many-adventures-richard-barnum--73698274https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73698274Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:02:48 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Dido, the Dancing Bear His Many Adventures" by Richard Barnum invites listeners into the whimsical world of Dido, a bear whose delightful escapades capture the imagination. This enchanting tale showcases the charm of adventure and the joy of dance,...10473falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sandman-his-farm-stories-william-john-hopkins--73677664https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73677664Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:03:10 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Sandman His Farm Stories" by William John Hopkins invites listeners into a world where the whimsical and the pastoral intertwine. Through enchanting tales set on a farm, the book captures the essence of rural life and the simple joys found within it....8991falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bad-little-owls-john-breck--73654828https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73654828Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:03:19 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Bad Little Owls" by John Breck invites listeners into a whimsical world where mischief and charm intertwine, presenting a tale that captivates both young and old. The story explores themes of curiosity and the consequences of playful antics, making...6922falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-west-wind-s-children-thornton-w-burgess--73631648https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73631648Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:36:46 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Mother West Wind's Children" by Thornton W. Burgess invites listeners into a whimsical world where the enchanting tales of nature come alive. This timeless collection showcases the adventures and lessons of the animal inhabitants of the Green Meadows...10778falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/travels-of-puss-in-boots-jr-david-cory--73593697https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73593697Fri, 07 Aug 2026 04:03:25 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Travels of Puss in Boots, Jr." by David Cory invites listeners into a whimsical adventure filled with charm and imagination. This delightful tale follows the escapades of a clever feline protagonist as he journeys through fantastical landscapes,...11068falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tommy-and-the-wishing-stone-thornton-w-burgess--73561565https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73561565Thu, 06 Aug 2026 14:21:31 +0000Thornton W. BurgessTommy and the Wishing Stone by Thornton W. Burgess invites listeners into a whimsical world where wishes come to life through the magic of a wishing stone. This enchanting tale explores themes of hope, dreams, and the power of belief, making it a...17116falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/old-mother-west-wind-thornton-w-burgess--73277864https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73277864Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:27:39 +0000Thornton W. BurgessOld Mother West Wind by Thornton W. Burgess invites listeners into a charming world where nature and its inhabitants come to life through delightful tales. This timeless collection captures the essence of the natural world, showcasing the adventures...5941falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/old-mother-west-wind-thornton-w-burgess--71720947https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71720947Wed, 29 Apr 2026 01:21:32 +0000Thornton W. BurgessThornton Waldo Burgess (January 14, 1874 – June 5, 1965) was a conservationist and author of children's stories. He loved the beauty of nature and its living creatures so much that he wrote about them for 50 years. By the time he retired, he had...5941animals,burgess,mother,nature,old,pickerel,raccoon,spotty,west,windfalsefull