Step into the enchanting world of late nineteenth-century naturalist William J. Long as he reveals the hidden lives of woodland creatures. In this captivating collection, Long shares his own observations alongside tales passed down from other forest dwellers, offering a unique glimpse into the behaviors of wild animals in their secluded habitats throughout eastern North America. While some critiqued Long for anthropomorphizing these creatures, those familiar with the animals he depicts will find echoes of their own experiences in their actions. Each story paints vivid images that linger in your mind, inviting you to reflect on the deeper significance of these behaviors in the natural world. Join us on this journey through the secret lives of wood folk, where every encounter is a story waiting to be told. (Summary by Jill Engle.)

Ways of Wood Folk
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Step into the enchanting world of late nineteenth-century naturalist William J. Long as he reveals the hidden lives of woodland creatures. In this captivating collection, Long shares his own observations alongside tales passed down from other forest dwellers, offering a unique glimpse into the behaviors of wild animals in their secluded habitats throughout eastern North America. While some critiqued Long for anthropomorphizing these creatures, those familiar with the animals he depicts will find echoes of their own experiences in their actions. Each story paints vivid images that linger in your mind, inviting you to reflect on the deeper significance of these behaviors in the natural world. Join us on this journey through the secret lives of wood folk, where every encounter is a story waiting to be told. (Summary by Jill Engle.)
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March 4, 2026
018 - Chapter 15 Mooween the Bear
Step into the enchanting world of late nineteenth-century naturalist William J. Long as he reveals the hidden lives of woodland creatures. In this captivating collection, Long shares his own observations alongside tales passed down from other forest dwellers, offering a unique glimpse into the behaviors of wild animals in their secluded habitats throughout eastern North America. While some critiqued Long for anthropomorphizing these creatures, those familiar with the animals he depicts will find echoes of their own experiences in their actions. Each story paints vivid images that linger in your mind, inviting you to reflect on the deeper significance of these behaviors in the natural world. Join us on this journey through the secret lives of wood folk, where every encounter is a story waiting to be told. (Summary by Jill Engle.)

March 4, 2026
017 - Chapter 14 A Christmas Carol
Step into the enchanting world of late nineteenth-century naturalist William J. Long as he reveals the hidden lives of woodland creatures. In this captivating collection, Long shares his own observations alongside tales passed down from other forest dwellers, offering a unique glimpse into the behaviors of wild animals in their secluded habitats throughout eastern North America. While some critiqued Long for anthropomorphizing these creatures, those familiar with the animals he depicts will find echoes of their own experiences in their actions. Each story paints vivid images that linger in your mind, inviting you to reflect on the deeper significance of these behaviors in the natural world. Join us on this journey through the secret lives of wood folk, where every encounter is a story waiting to be told. (Summary by Jill Engle.)

March 4, 2026
016 - Chapter 13 Snowy Visitors
Step into the enchanting world of late nineteenth-century naturalist William J. Long as he reveals the hidden lives of woodland creatures. In this captivating collection, Long shares his own observations alongside tales passed down from other forest dwellers, offering a unique glimpse into the behaviors of wild animals in their secluded habitats throughout eastern North America. While some critiqued Long for anthropomorphizing these creatures, those familiar with the animals he depicts will find echoes of their own experiences in their actions. Each story paints vivid images that linger in your mind, inviting you to reflect on the deeper significance of these behaviors in the natural world. Join us on this journey through the secret lives of wood folk, where every encounter is a story waiting to be told. (Summary by Jill Engle.)
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