A Man's Simple Wealth Is Health and Gratitude
A rustic ballad contrasts noble wealth with personal fortune. It extols a content life in a small cottage, valuing health, a grateful heart, and quiet joy over titles and riches. The speaker pledges cheer and resilience, marching through life with honesty and mirth.
A Night With a Bear In the Winter Wood
Roxie slips from home to gather berries and meets a bear cub. A river ice crack splits their chances of escape as Roxie clings to life with the cub beside her. Jake and Mr Beamish rescue them, Roxie pleads to spare the bear, and a thawing friendship begins.
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Roxie
Father
Jake
Mrs. Beamish
Sara
Old Rob
Rob
Tib
Mr. Beamish
Sis
Mr Beamish