Young readers travel to the timeless world of the Green Forest and Smiling Pool where they find Jimmy Skunk, Peter Rabbit, Unc' Billy Possum, and other woodland creatures secretly trailing Old Mr. Toad as he makes his way to a very important engagement. Gentle lessons about nature and the environment.
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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.
The Adventures of Old Man Coyote by Thornton W. Burgess The arrival of Old Man Coyote causes a lot of commotion in the Green Forest. Master storyteller blends a good story with gentle lessons about nature and virtuous conduct. 6 new illustrations.
Blacky the Crow by Thornton W. Burgess Children will love this wonderful tale of Blacky the Crow, who gets into trouble seeing things he shouldn't. Reset in large type with 4 original illustrations by Harrison Cady.
Adventures of Uncle Wiggily by Howard Garis, Louis Wisa This hardcover collector's edition features 19 popular stories of the old gentleman rabbit and his lovable animal friends. A keepsake treasure, it features 19 colorful versions of the original illustrations.
