The Adventures of Paddy Beaver by Thornton W. Burgess
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| Author | Burgess, Thornton W. (Thornton Waldo), 1874-1965 |
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| Illustrator | Cady, Harrison, 1877-1970 |
| Title | The Adventures of Paddy Beaver |
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| Summary | "The Adventures of Paddy Beaver" by Thornton W. Burgess is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. The book tells the delightful story of Paddy, a beaver who settles in the Green Forest and embarks on various adventures as he builds a dam, a pond, and prepares for winter. The themes of nature, community, and industriousness are woven throughout the narrative, highlighting the tenacity and cleverness of Paddy amidst the challenges he faces from other forest animals and the environment. In this charming tale, Paddy Beaver arrives in the Green Forest to create a comfortable home for himself. He skillfully constructs a dam across a brook to form a pond rich in the food he loves. Throughout his journey, he encounters a range of animal characters, including the mischievous Sammy Jay and the cunning Old Man Coyote, who pose both challenges and friendships. As Paddy navigates interactions with his neighbors, he showcases traits of hard work, intelligence, and community spirit. The story emphasizes the importance of preparation for winter, cooperation among forest creatures, and the beauty of nature, making it both entertaining and educational for young readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Animals -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Beavers -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 19092 |
| Release Date | Aug 21, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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