Thornton W Burgess

Whitefoot the Wood Mouse

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Produktbeschreibung

"Whitefoot the Wood Mouse" is a delightful children's book written by Thornton W. Burgess, an acclaimed author renowned for his stories featuring anthropomorphic animal characters. This story is from Burgess's well-known "Old Mother West Wind" series. The plot centres around Whitefoot, a shy and inquisitive wood mouse that lives in the Green Forest. Whitefoot's adventures begin when he becomes enthralled by a swaying patch of goldenrod. Curiosity drives him to travel further away from home than he has ever gone before, and he quickly finds himself in unknown country. Along the voyage, Whitefoot meets a variety of animal companions, including Sammy Jay, Bobby Raccoon, and Johnny Chuck, who assist him in navigating the rigors of the wilderness. Whitefoot learns essential life lessons about bravery, ingenuity, and the interconnectivity of nature as he explores the world around him. He meets threats, such as the clever Reddy Fox, but with the help of his new companions and his own skills, Whitefoot outwits his opponents.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double9 Books Llp
• Seitenzahl: 70
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. November 2023
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 4mm
• Gewicht: 100g
• ISBN-13: 9789359327891
• ISBN-10: 9359327891
• Artikelnr.: 69726006

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.

Inhaltsangabe

I. Whitefoot Spends a Happy Winter II. Whitefoot Sees Queer Things III.
Farmer Brown's Boy Becomes Acquainted IV. Whitefoot Grows Anxious V. The
End of Whitefoot's Worries VI. A Very Careless Jump VII. Whitefoot Gives Up
Hope VIII. The Rescue IX. Two Timid Persons Meet X. The White Watchers XI.
Jumper Is in Doubt XII. Whitey the Owl Saves Jumper XIII. Whitefoot Decides
Quickly XIV. Shadow's Return XV. Whitefoot's Dreadful Journey XVI.
Whitefoot Climbs a Tree XVII. Whitefoot Finds a Hole Just in Time XVIII. An
Unpleasant Surprise XIX. Whitefoot Finds a Home at Last XX. Whitefoot Makes
Himself at Home XXI. Whitefoot Envies Timmy XXII. Timmy Proves To Be a True
Neighbor XXIII. Whitefoot Spends a Dreadful Night XXIV. Whitefoot the Wood
Mouse Is Unhappy XXV. Whitefoot Finds Out What the Matter Was XXVI. Love
Fills the Heart of Whitefoot XXVII. Mr. and Mrs. Whitefoot XXVIII. Mrs.
Whitefoot Decides on a Home XXIX. Making Over an Old House XXX. The
Whitefoots Enjoy Their New Home XXXI. Whitefoot Is Hurt XXXII. The Surprise