The Wonder Clock

Written by Howard Pyle

Narrated by LibriVox Community

Four and twenty marvellous tales, one for each hour of the day, retold in a novel and entertaining manner by a master of the form. While drawing on German, English, and Scandinavian folk literature for many of his characters and plots, Pyle reworks the material in an imaginative way, crafting the tales in his own inimitable style. Equally engaging are the numerous woodcuts that accompany the stories and enliven the narrative. Read along and see the illustrations at http://www.mainlesson.com/display.php?author=pyle&book=wonder&story=_contents (Summary from mainlesson.com)

• Language: English
• Publisher: LibriVox
• Release date: Aug 25, 2014

Howard Pyle

Howard Pyle (1853-1911) was an American author and illustrator known for his classic stories and stunning visuals. In 1883, he produced a groundbreaking novel based on English folklore called The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood. The majority of Howard’s work caters to younger audiences, often focusing on medieval heroes and villains. Some of his most notable titles include Otto of the Silver Hand, and The Story of King Arthur and His Knights.