Thornton W. Burgess

The Adventures of Chatterer the Red Squirrel

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Produktbeschreibung

Caught between certain death at the paws of Shadow the Weasel and the claws of Redtail the Hawk, Chatterer the Red Squirrel finds himself on the run from his home and his stores of nuts and seeds just as winter is coming on. But Chatterer's unruly tongue gets him into all sorts of trouble with the animals who might have sheltered him from the cold. Can he learn to be a better friend and find a place to stay before the first snow? One of the most popular writers for children in the English language, American author and naturalist THORNTON WALDO BURGESS (1874-1965) produced more than 170 books and 15,000 stories featuring a bevy of animal characters that continue to charm children and adults alike while also teaching gentle lessons about wildlife conservation. This delightful 1915 volume is part of Burgess's "Bedtime Story-Books" series about the adventures of Buster Bear, Paddy the Beaver, and other enchanting creatures. Includes charming illustrations by Harrison Cady. ALSO FROM COSIMO: Burgess's The Adventures of Jerry Muskrat and The Adventures of Bobby Coon

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Cosimo Classics
• Seitenzahl: 132
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. November 2006
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 203mm x 127mm x 7mm
• Gewicht: 151g
• ISBN-13: 9781596057838
• ISBN-10: 1596057831
• Artikelnr.: 22514321

Autorenporträt

Thornton W. Burgess (1874-1965) was an American author and naturalist best known for his enthralling children's books that brought the animal world to life. Burgess, who was born on January 14, 1874, in Sandwich, Massachusetts, and died on June 5, 1965, was a fervent advocate for nature education and conservation. Burgess is well recognized for his charming animal stories that combine fiction and natural history knowledge. He created endearing characters and fascinating narratives that both delighted and taught young readers about various animal behaviors and ecosystems. "Old Granny Fox," a children's book released in 1918, is one of his best-known works. The story is part of Burgess' long-running series "The Adventures of Johnny Chuck," which features a cast of endearing animal characters who teach important life lessons while navigating their wooded setting. "Old Granny Fox" follows the shrewd and crafty Granny Fox as she attempts to outwit her fellow forest dwellers. Burgess' storytelling not only instills a sense of adventure, but also crucial lessons about the consequences of one's actions and the delicate balance of nature.