Beloved children's classic offers warm, whimsical stories about Billy Mink's swimming party, Little Joe Otter's slippery slide, Reddy Fox's fishing expedition, why Grandfather Frog has no tail, other exciting tales. Gentle lessons about nature and wildlife combined with the fun of a good story. 6 full-page black-and-white illustrations.
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The Adventures of Peter Cottontail by Thornton W. Burgess Timeless classic recounts Peter's adventures in the Green Forest as he discovers the folly of changing his name, outwits Reddy Fox, learns important lessons about not doing what Nature never intended. 6 illustrations.
The Adventures of Johnny Chuck by Thornton W. Burgess Spring has arrived and Johnny Chuck goes wandering, gets in a fight, and sets up housekeeping with Polly Chuck. 6 illustrations.
The Adventures of Bobby Raccoon by Thornton W. Burgess Delightfully instructive tale of another denizen of the Green Forest. Bobby bites his own tail, is horribly frightened, survives an encounter with Buster Bear, and more before he finds a new home.
The Adventures of Prickly Porky by Thornton W. Burgess Learn how Prickly Porky makes friends, what makes Old Granny Fox lose her dignity, and more in this entertaining collection of tales from a master storyteller.
Mrs. Peter Rabbit by Thornton W. Burgess Charming story of Peter Rabbit and his bride as they start their new life together in the Old Briar-Patch. Set in large, easy-to-read type, enhanced with 8 new illustrations.
Mother West Wind's Neighbors by Thornton W. Burgess Delightful fables from the Green Forest reveal why Johnny Chuck doesn't like Blacky the Crow, why Ol' Mistah Buzzard has a bald head, who stole Mrs. Grouse's eggs, and 13 other captivating tales.
Mother West Wind's Animal Friends by Thornton W. Burgess A mysterious creature has come to live in the Green Forest, and he's making the regular inhabitants extremely curious — and nervous. For ages 6–10. 6 black-and-white illustrations.
