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The writer Beatrix Potter was an author and woman ahead of her time, leaving humanity a literary production that transcends any temporal sphere. The literary world developed by Beatrix Potter a century ago still reflects contemporary trends; her characters could perfectly be the result of the most modern visual and textual arsenal of modern times. From the pages of her books spring mischievous little rabbits; elderly, sprightly mice full of cunning, reminiscent of the grandmothers or great-grandmothers every reader has known; devious cats that provoke suspicion... The Tale of Peter Rabbit is her most well-known work. The simple story of a naughty little rabbit who, by disobeying his mother, gets into serious trouble but eventually reaches a happy ending filled with lessons learned. It is a charming little story, beautifully illustrated by the author herself.
"The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher" is a captivating children's book by Beatrix Potter that introduces readers to the adventurous world of a frog named Mr. Jeremy Fisher. The story follows Mr. Jeremy Fisher as he embarks on a fishing expedition in search of a delectable meal. However, his journey takes a turn for the perilous when he encounters various challenges and encounters with larger predators. With Potter's enchanting storytelling and intricate illustrations, "The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher" not only entertains young readers but also imparts valuable lessons about bravery, resilience, and the consequences of recklessness. Through Mr. Jeremy Fisher's escapades, Potter encourages children to embrace courage in the face of adversity and to make wise decisions. This beloved classic will transport readers into a captivating world where frogs embark on daring adventures, reminding them of the importance of bravery and the rewards of caution.
THE FAIRY CARAVAN is the story of a miniature circus, William and Alexander's Travelling Circus. It is no ordinary circus, for Alexander is a highland terrier and William is Pony Billy who draws the caravan. Beatrix Potter wrote this chapter book for older children towards the end of her writing career. She wrote it for her own pleasure and at the request of friends in America who shared her love of the Lake District and north country tales.
Potter's classic tale is heading to the big screen on February 9 with a new film adaptation that mixes CGI animation with live-action characters. This title retells the story of the movie. Original.
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"A celebration of one of the most important publishers of children's books, this treasury commemorates 150 years of Frederick Warne. Including rarely seen material as well as class stories and artwork, each section is introduced by four of the best-regarded children's authors and illustrators of today: Jan Pienkowski, Lee Bennett Hopkins, Paul O. Zelinsky and Eleanor Taylor"--Back cover.
"A serious, well-behaved young black cat, who leads a daring double life defeating vile villains." When Miss Kitty sneaks out to go hunting in her beautiful boots, she gets herself into all sorts of scrapes, but on this particular night she meets the foxiest hunter of them all - Mr. Tod! This utterly entertaining tale is filled with mistaken identities, devious villains and even an appearance from Peter Rabbit. Told with Beatrix Potter's trademark dry humour and wry observations, this brilliant tale is sure to become as popular as her original classics and is illustrated by the best-loved Quentin Blake.
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Children can create their own scenes from The World of Peter Rabbit and Friends--the animated television and video series--with these reusable stickers and backgrounds illustrated in full color.
Emma Thompson celebrates 110 years of Peter Rabbit by giving us a brand-new tale! Celebrate 110 years of Peter Rabbit with a new, original tale written by Oscar-winning actress and screenwriter Emma Thompson and based on the original tales by Beatrix Potter. In this story, Peter's adventures take him beyond the boundaries of Mr. McGregor's garden and all the way to Scotland! With 72 pages of beautiful text and illustrations, this hardcover picture book, which includes an audio CD of the story narrated by the author, is sure to become a classic--and a collector's item!