The Tale of Grandfather Mole

"The Tale of Grandfather Mole" by Arthur Scott Bailey is a charming children’s story written in the early 20th century. This delightful tale is part of the Sleepy-Time Tales series, which introduces young readers to the adventures of various animal characters, specifically focusing on the life and antics of Grandfather Mole. The primary topic revolves around Grandfather Mole, his underground lifestyle, his interactions with other garden creatures, and the moral lessons drawn from his experiences. The story follows Grandfather Mole, a contented yet peculiar creature who prefers the darkness and solitude of his underground home. Despite being nearly blind, he navigates his tunnels in search of food, mainly angleworms, and occasionally interacts with other animals like Mr. Crow, Jimmy Rabbit, and Mrs. Robin. The narrative combines lighthearted humor with gentle wisdom, showcasing Grandfather Mole's quirky personality and his stubborn nature about his lifestyle choices. Throughout the tale, Grandfather Mole faces various challenges and misunderstandings, ultimately imparting valuable lessons about friendship, resourcefulness, and self-acceptance to young readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Arthur Scott Bailey was an American writer. He was the author of more than forty children's books. He was born in St. Albans, Vermont, United States, the second child of Winfield Scott Bailey and Harriet Sarah Goodhue. Winfield Bailey owned a dry goods shop that was stated to be "one of the most reputable of St. Albans mercantile concerns" and specialized in furs; namely ladies' fur coats, muffs and scarves. Bailey attended St. Albans Academy and graduated in 1896, in a class of only eleven other students. He then went on to the University of Vermont in Burlington, Vermont, where he became involved in a fraternal organization, Sigma Phi.