Mrs. Peter Rabbit by Thornton W. Burgess

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Author Burgess, Thornton W. (Thornton Waldo), 1874-1965
Title Mrs. Peter Rabbit
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Summary "Mrs. Peter Rabbit" by Thornton W. Burgess is a children's narrative written during the early 20th century. The story focuses on the beloved character Peter Rabbit as he grapples with feelings of loneliness and discontent. As Peter seeks adventure away from the safety of his home, the Old Briar-patch, he encounters various challenges, including a dangerous old rabbit named Jed Thumper, and he eventually discovers the joys and trials of love when he meets Miss Fuzzytail. At the start of the story, Peter Rabbit finds himself feeling unusually unhappy despite being surrounded by ample food in the Old Briar-patch. His attention shifts from hunger to the realization that he is lonely, prompting him to plan a journey into the wider world. His impulsive decision leads to several misadventures, including a close encounter with Hooty the Owl and struggles against Jed Thumper, who believes he owns the Old Pasture. As Peter navigates these obstacles, he grows more self-aware and learns valuable lessons about friendship and responsibility, ultimately finding a romantic connection with Miss Fuzzytail that hints at a promising future together. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Animals -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Rabbits -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 5791
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 27, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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