About this book
Step into the hour-by-hour enchantment of Wonder Clock by Howard Pyle, where twenty-four marvelous tales unfold like the turning hands of a storybook clock. Pyle—celebrated illustrator and storyteller—retells folk narratives drawn from German, English, and Scandinavian traditions, transforming familiar motifs into fresh, spirited fairy tales that brim with adventure, wit, and heart.
Each short tale, meant to mark a different hour of the day, carries its own mood: mischievous sprites, clever heroes, kindly heroines, and lessons in courage, kindness, and cleverness. Pyle’s richly rhythmic prose and playful pacing make these stories ideally suited to read-aloud listening, preserving the charm of classic children’s fiction while appealing to modern ears. The original edition’s striking woodcut illustrations reflect the book’s 19th-century roots and add a visual legacy to its timeless narratives.
Perfect for families, bedtime listeners, teachers, and fans of classic fairy-tale retellings, this audiobook invites a generation of new listeners to savor short, magical tales—one hour at a time.
