The Talkative Wig

Name: The Talkative Wig
Author: Eliza Lee Cabot Follen

By Eliza Lee Cabot Follen

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The narrator describes a rainy Sunday when she falls asleep in an old garret and the forgotten household articles begin to speak, prompting each to recount its past. A once‑proud coat tells how it moved from military splendor to being cut, dyed and repurposed as a child's comic garment, then paraded in plays and derided. Other objects press a wig to fulfill a promised tale but it defers, while an old cloak speaks in a kindly, serious tone about cheerfulness, goodness and the quiet worth of bringing innocent merriment to others.

About the Author

Eliza Lee Cabot Follen

Eliza Lee Cabot Follen was an American author and poet known for her contributions to children's literature in the 19th century. She wrote a variety of works, including stories, hymns, and fables aimed at young readers. Her notable titles include "Conscience" and "Hymns, Songs, and Fables, for Young People," which reflect her commitment to moral education and the imaginative engagement of children. Follen's writing often features themes of nature and morality, making her a significant figure in the development of literature for youth during her time.