Thornton W Burgess - Böcker

Timeless classic recounts Peter's adventures in the Green Forest as he discovers important lessons about not doing what Nature never intended. 6 illus.

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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

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Mixing exciting adventure and good-natured humor with gentle homily, Thornton W. Burgess's timeless stories have drawn generations of youngsters into the comforting world of the Green Forest, the Smiling Pool, and the Laughing Brook. Along with ge...

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Timeless fable of an overconfident little fox who steals a pet hen and is pursued by Farmer Brown's boy and Bowser the Hound. 6 illus. New preface.

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Bushy-tailed mischief-maker learns that curiosity, carelessness and mistrust can lead to a heap of troubles.

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Beyond the familiar vistas of the Smiling Pool, Grandfather Frog tumbles haplessly into the pitfalls of greed, boastfulness, and carelessness. 6 illus.

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Gentle morality lessons, delightfully taught, in a tale about an amiable bear who comes to live in the Green Forest. Large, easy-to-read type and charming illustrations.

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Plump little meadow mouse spends much of his time avoiding pesky predators.

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Charming fable about the animals in the Green Forest. 6 new illustrations by Thea Kliros.

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Mrs.Quack has suffered terrible misfortunes. Animals band together to help her. 6 new illus.

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Jimmy Skunk gets even; Reddy Fox learns a lesson about preparedness; and Peter Rabbit gets his comeuppance for playing a practical joke.

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Spring has arrived and Johnny Chuck goes wandering, gets in a fight, and sets up housekeeping with Polly Chuck. 6 illus.

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Bobby Raccoon has a bad dream, bites his own tail, is rescued, and finds a home.

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Beloved classic of adventures of the animals in the Green Forest--Billy Mink's swimming party, Reddy Fox's fishing expedition, many more. 6 full-page illus.

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Learn how Prickly Porky made friends, what made Old Granny Fox lose her dignity, and other entertaining tales.

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Charming story of Peter Rabbit and his bride as they start their new life together in the Old Briar-Patch.

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Exciting tale about a courageous animal and the two-legged predator who pursues him in the Green Forest with a deadly weapon.

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Jimmy Skunk, Peter Rabbit, and other woodland creatures secretly trail Old Mr. Toad as he makes his way to a very important engagement. Gentle lessons about nature and the environment for today's young readers.

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A pair of bear cubs share a series of adventures with the other inhabitants of the Green Forest.

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Uses simple story narratives to introduce a variety of birds.

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Fifteen tales that explain how Prickly Porky got his quills, why Johnny Chuck ran away, the reason for Jerry Muskrat's new house, and other mysteries about the residents of the Green Meadow.

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When Unc' Billy Possum plans to bring his family to join him in the Green Forest, some of the animals look forward to welcoming them, others look forward to causing trouble, and Unc' Billy himself has an adventure in Farmer Brown's hen-house.

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Master storyteller Burgess charms youngsters once again with tales of life in the Green Forest. This time he recounts the adventures of Happy Jack Squirrel, who starts the day cheerily enough but soon finds himself trying every trick he knows to g...

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Abundantly illustrated, simply written classic by a master storyteller acquaints youngsters with the habits and characteristics of four-footed animals. Porcupines, field mice, squirrels, coyotes, and other creatures take on appealing personalities...

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Danny Meadow Mouse, Jimmy Skunk, and Reddy Fox explore every nook and cranny of coastal areas and learn firsthand about the habits and habitats of spider crabs, sea cucumbers, sand eels, and seahorses. Veteran storyteller Thornton Burgess shares i...

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When little Whitefoot the Wood Mouse decides it's time to find a warm, safe place to spend the winter, he discovers the perfect spot in Farmer Brown's barn. He meets a friendly stranger there and learns the meaning of the word "trust" wh...

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Sammy Jay often does things he shouldn't do. In particular, he likes to steal things. Much of the time he just struts around trying to look like a fine gentleman in his blue coat and high cap. Burgess' heartwarming tale has thrilled generations of...

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Discover "How Howler the Wolf Got His Name," "Where Mrs. Quack Got Webbed Feet," and other Green Forest fables. Each tale is just a few pages long -- ideal for quickly lulling children to sleep.

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Something strange is going on in the Green Forest! Sticky-toes the Tree Toad, Sammy Jay, and Unc' Billy Possum are hearing voices but they can't figure out who's doing the talking. Includes original Harrison Cady illustrations.

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Join Billy Mink, Bobby Raccoon, and Jumper the Hare as they battle the Rats, a crew of robbers that takes over the Big Barn and makes life miserable for the Green Forest friends. Includes illustrations by Harrison Cady.

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