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The Tale of Peter Rabbit

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The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter is a charming children’s story about a mischievous rabbit named Peter who sneaks into Mr. McGregor’s garden despite his mother's warnings. As he explores the bountiful garden, Peter finds himself in a series of close calls and must use his wits to evade capture and find his way home safely. The tale is both delightful and instructive, blending adventure with lessons about curiosity and obedience.
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The Tale of Peter Rabbit

Peter disobeys his mother by going into Mr. McGregor's garden and almost gets caught.

Share Beatrix Potter's most popular and well-loved tale with rabbit lovers everywhere this Easter!

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Share Beatrix Potter's most popular and well-loved tale with rabbit lovers everywhere this Easter!

Follow the story of naughty Peter Rabbit as he squeezes under the gate into Mr. McGregor's garden and finds himself in all kinds of trouble!

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The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter is cherished for its charming storytelling and delightful illustrations. It is praised for capturing the curiosity and mischievousness of childhood through the character of Peter Rabbit. Many reviews highlight its timeless appeal and its ability to enchant both children and adults alike.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780307030719

Publisher: Golden Books Publishing Company, Inc.

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 31 January 2001

Country: United States

Imprint: Golden Books Publishing Company, Inc.

Illustration: FULL COLOR

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Cyndy Szekeres

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 167.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 113g

Pages: 24

About the Author

Beatrix Potter was born on July 28, 1866, at No. 2, Bolton Gardens, Kensington, London. Beatrix Potter discovered her love of nature on annual summer holidays in Scotland and the Lake District. On September 4, 1893, Beatrix sat down to write a picture letter to Noel Moore, the five-year-old son of her ex-governess, all about a naughty rabbit called Peter. Noel was ill in bed and so Beatrix wrote to him- "My dear Noel, I don't know what to write to you, so I shall tell you a story about four little rabbits. . . . " Some years later, Beatrix thought of publishing the story as a book. She rewrote it into an exercise book and sent it to six publishers. It was rejected by every one of them. It was not until Beatrix had printed the book herself that Frederick Warne agreed to publish it.The Tale of Peter Rabbitwas published in 1902, costing one shilling (the equivalent of just 5 pence today), and became one of the most famous stories ever written. Many of Beatrix's later books were set at Hill Top-the rats that infested the farm inspiredThe Tale of Samuel Whiskers,Tom Kittenand his sisters climb up the rockery wall at the bottom of Hill Top garden, and Ginger and Pickles. Cyndy Szekeres is a writer and illustrator known for Puppy Too Small, Suppertime for Frieda Fuzzypaws, Cyndy Szekeres' I Love My Busy Book, Scaredy Cat, Good Night, Sweet Mouse, and more.

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