Pavol Dobsinsky
The Goat and the Hedgehog
A famous story for children from Pavol Dobšinský’s collection. It is about a goat that scares away many, even strong and fearless animals, but in the end a small brave one finds a way to deal with her.
Once upon
“How do I find my way home now? I don’t know this place at all!” exclaimed the chick, in fright. Just then, he noticed a big, dark shadow approaching him. It was the shadow of the farmer’s horse, who was just returning to his pen.
“How can I help you, little fellow?” asked the horse.
“I think I’m lost. Actually, I’m sure I’m lost and I’m already so tired,” replied the chick,
The horse whinnied in sympathy and immediately offered: “If you want, you can sleep over in my stable. There’s plenty of room there!”
It was twilight now, and the farm was cloaked in
“Don’t you by any chance have a slightly softer and warmer place where I could sleep?” asked the chick.
At first, the horse just neighed in