Thornton W. Burgess

Broschiertes Buch

The Adventures of Prickly Porky

Beschreibung

"The Adventures of Prickly Porky" by Thornton W. Burgess is a delightful tale that follows the misadventures of Prickly Porky, a lovable and prickly porcupine, as he navigates the challenges of life in the Green Forest. Prickly Porky is known for his spiky quills, which serve as a defense mechanism against predators. However, his prickly exterior often leads to misunderstandings and isolation from other forest creatures. Determined to make friends and find his place in the forest community, Prickly Porky embarks on a series of adventures. Throughout his journey, Prickly Porky encounters various forest animals, including Peter Rabbit, Jimmy Skunk, and Reddy Fox. Despite initial misunderstandings and conflicts, Prickly Porky's kind and gentle nature shines through, ultimately helping him win the trust and friendship of his fellow creatures. Together, they navigate challenges, solve mysteries, and learn valuable lessons about acceptance, forgiveness, and the importance of embracing one's unique qualities. Thornton W. Burgess's storytelling expertise brings the enchanting world of the Green Forest to life. Through vivid descriptions and engaging dialogue, readers are immersed in the beauty and wonder of nature. The author's deep understanding of animal behavior and his ability to infuse the narrative with educational elements make the story both entertaining and enlightening. "The Adventures of Prickly Porky" not only entertains readers with its endearing characters and exciting plot but also imparts important lessons about empathy, friendship, and embracing individuality. It promotes the value of understanding and appreciating differences among individuals and emphasizes the power of kindness and compassion in building strong relationships. Overall, "The Adventures of Prickly Porky" is a heartwarming and educational tale that captivates readers of all ages. It encourages empathy, celebrates diversity, and fosters a love and respect for nature and its inhabitants."

Autor

Born January 17, 1874 in Sandwich, Massachusetts, on Cape Cod, Burgess was the son of Caroline F. Haywood and Thornton W. Burgess Sr., a direct descendant of Thomas Burgess, one of the first Sandwich settlers in 1637. Thornton, Sr., died the same year his son was born, and the young Thornton, Jr. was brought up by his mother in Sandwich. They lived in humble circumstances. As a youth, he worked tending cows, picking trailing arbutus (mayflowers) or berries, shipping water lilies from local ponds, selling candy, and trapping muskrats. William C. Chipman, one of his employers, lived on Discovery Hill Road, a wildlife habitat of woodland and wetland. This habitat became the setting of many stories in which Burgess refers to Smiling Pool and the Old Briar Patch.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Culturea
• Seitenzahl: 50
• Erscheinungstermin: 17. Juli 2023
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 210mm x 148mm x 4mm
• Gewicht: 79g
• ISBN-13: 9791041827084
• Artikelnr.: 68442979