A White Heron | Sleep Story for Adults by Sarah Orne Jewett

Welcome to Chapter & Pillow. In tonight's ad-free episode, unwind with a soothing, human voice reading Sarah Orne Jewett's classic short story, A White Heron. This slow-spoken narration is crafted to help you quiet an overactive mind and ease into a deep, restful sleep. Tonight, we journey to the peaceful countryside of New England. We follow a young girl named Sylvia who lives among the forests and with the animals of the countryside. When she crosses paths with a young traveler searching for a rare white heron, Sylvia faces a big choice between helping her new friend and protecting a beautiful bird hidden high up in the pine trees. • The Author’s Story: Sarah Orne Jewett grew up in Maine and suffered from severe childhood arthritis. To help her heal, her father, a country doctor, would take her along on his horse-and-buggy medical rounds through the countryside. Spending those long, quiet days riding through the pine woods and listening to nature is exactly where she found the inspiration to write stories that help readers (and listeners) feel a sense of peace. ⏱️ Episode Timestamps: • 00:15 – Relaxation & Settling In • 03:20 – Story Begins Send us Fan Mail Support the show About Chapter & Pillow Chapter & Pillow: Where Stories Drift Into Sleep brings you classic bedtime stories that I carefully select to help you leave your day behind and drift peacefully to sleep. No AI-just calm stories by a human voice. 💌 Stay in touch: Have a public-domain story request, suggestion, or just want to say hello? Write anytime at [email protected]. ⭐ Enjoying the show? A rating or review is a simple way to help other listeners discover Chapter & Pillow, and I would be so grateful for your support.. Thank you for spending part of your night with me. So close your eyes, settle in, and have the sweetest of dreams. I'll “see” you next time. Kathleen 🌙