The Singing Mouse Stories

Emerson Hough (1857 – 1923) was an American writer, mostly known for authorship of westerns and historical novels. He was practicing law in New Mexico before returning to Iowa and starting writing career. Covered Wagon and Mississippi Bubble are regarded as his best works. His other notable works are Story of the Cowboy, Way of the West, Singing Mouse Stories, and more.  In times of World War I he served with the Intelligence Service. He also wrote autobiographical works, such as Getting a Wrong Start and Emerson Hough Himself-by Himself, and the official account of the activities of the American Protective League.

The Singing Mouse Stories is a collection of short stories for kids by Emerson Hough. The singing mouse sings its songs about all that is. Mountains growing on the plains, water saying their word and cities moving here and there. A delightful reading for kids and their parents. Read and you won’t regret a single page!