Uncle Wiggily's Fortune
| Language | en |
|---|---|
| First published | 2017-06-28 |
| Rights | Public domain in the USA. |
| Gutenberg ID | #54995 |
Description
"Uncle Wiggily's Fortune" by Howard Roger Garis is a children’s storybook written in the early 20th century. The narrative follows the charming adventures of Uncle Wiggily Longears, an old gentleman rabbit as he embarks on a quest to find his fortune. Throughout his journey, he encounters various animals and situations that highlight his kind-heartedness, resilience, and humorous mishaps. The opening portion introduces Uncle Wiggily as he wakes up in a hollow stump after a rainy night filled with dreams. Although he is feeling sore from a previous encounter with a wolf, his optimistic spirit leads him to venture out to seek his fortune. Armed with a makeshift toadstool umbrella and a satchel of carrot sandwiches, he faces the challenges of the weather while attempting to forage for food and navigate through the wilderness. His journey begins with a hopeful yet humorous tone, embodying the whimsical charm that characterizes the stories surrounding this gentle rabbit. (This is an automatically generated summary.)