Exciting Adventures of Mister Robert Robin

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Gutenberg ID

20833

Title

Exciting Adventures of Mister Robert Robin

Language

en

Book source

Project Gutenberg

Description max 80 words

A charming nature tale following Mister Robert Robin and his family as they navigate the seasons, defend their home from hawks and sparrows, and migrate south. With anthropomorphic animal friends and a whimsical tone, this book offers young readers an intimate look at bird life, nature lore, and the excitement of the changing seasons.

Summary up to 500 words

Set in the lush Wildwood Series, *Exciting Adventures of Mister Robert Robin* by Reuben Bertram Oldfield follows the life of Mister Robert Robin and his family, who reside in a tall basswood tree. The narrative opens in spring as the family returns from the south, greeted by neighbors like Tom Squirrel and Jim Crow. Mister Robert Robin is known for his morning song, which wakes the entire forest, while his wife, Mrs. Robin, quietly dedicates herself to incubating their four eggs. The story quickly introduces tension when a great gray hawk, Percy Hawk, threatens the neighborhood. In a dramatic turn, Jim Crow arrives to drive the hawk away, showcasing the importance of community defense. Later, the family faces a new adversary: a swarm of aggressive, noisy sparrows led by Oliver Sparrow. These birds harass the robins, but Robert Robin bravely fights them off with his strong bill. Eventually, a farmer's yellow cat joins the fray, scaring the sparrows away and saving the family. As the seasons change, the narrative explores themes of survival and preparation. Chipmunks gather cherry pits for winter, and the robins prepare for migration. A significant subplot involves the family's vacation, which leads to a heartwarming incident where a baby robin, Montgomery, is found trapped under a fallen nest and saved by two little girls. The story also touches on the cyclical nature of life as the family says goodbye to their city cousin, Phineas, and embarks on their annual journey south. During their flight, the robins encounter wild geese flying in disciplined formations and stop at a hidden spring called White Spring. Here, the parents reflect on past romances and the passage of time before continuing their journey. The tale concludes with the family safely heading toward warmer climates, emphasizing the enduring bonds of family and the beautiful, rhythmic cycles of nature that govern their world.

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Categories

• Adventure
• Fiction