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EPISODE · Jun 5, 2025 · 9 MIN

(Premium Preview) Kind Little Edmund | A Gentle Bedtime Tale

from Drift Off - Bedtime Stories for Adults · host Joanne D'Amico

Hello friends! Tonight’s bedtime story is a preview of Kind Little Edmund by Edith Nesbit—an imaginative tale about a kind-hearted boy who discovers a troublesome dragon deep within a mountain. With the help of a wise cockatrice, Edmund’s compassion is put to the test in the most unexpected way. This calming story is perfect for winding down, easing into stillness, and drifting off to sleep. Enjoy this short preview—and if you’d like to hear the full story, consider subscribing to Drift Off Premium for weekly bonus episodes and ad-free listening. So snuggle in, take a deep breath… and let the story carry you peacefully into dreamland. Historical Note: This classic story includes a brief mention of old-fashioned schoolroom discipline common during the time period it was written. It is a very small detail included strictly for historical context.Listener Note: This podcast is a traditional storytelling sleep aid designed for a mature audience. While most classic tales are family-friendly, we recommend that parents and guardians preview the full episode first to determine if the vintage themes are a good fit for their specific young listener.This podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you!If you'd like even more relaxing stories throughout the week, Drift Off Premium includes:• Fresh new premium episodes every Tuesday & Thursday• Instant access to the complete premium archive• Intro-free listening so you can drift off without interruption• Listen first, months—or even years—before episodes reach the public feed•  Exclusive access to a library of 12 full-length audiobooks If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, simply tap 'Subscribe' at the top of the Drift Off show page to join Premium.Not using Apple Podcasts? You can subscribe through Supercast here:https://driftoff.supercast.comIf you'd simply like to make a one-time contribution to help support the podcast, you can do so here. Every gift, no matter the size, is deeply appreciated! https://driftoff.supercast.com/donations/newVisit www.driftoffpodcast.com to explore everything happening in the world of Drift Off. Thank you for being here, and for helping keep Drift Off a peaceful, ad-free space. 

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Hello friends! Tonight’s bedtime story is a preview of Kind Little Edmund by Edith Nesbit—an imaginative tale about a kind-hearted boy who discovers a troublesome dragon deep within a mountain. With the help of a wise cockatrice, Edmund’s compassion is put to the test in the most unexpected way. This calming story is perfect for winding down, easing into stillness, and drifting off to sleep. Enjoy this short preview—and if you’d like to hear the full story, consider subscribing to...

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