Beatrix Potter

eBook, ePUB

The World of Peter Rabbit & His Friends (eBook, ePUB)

14 Children's Books with 450+ Original Illustrations by the Author

Beschreibung

In "The World of Peter Rabbit & His Friends," Beatrix Potter weaves together a tapestry of delightful tales centered around the adventures of Peter Rabbit and his beloved woodland companions. Through her engaging prose and charming illustrations, Potter employs a rich, descriptive narrative style that brings the natural world to life, seamlessly merging fantasy with educational insights into animal behavior and environment. The book is not merely a collection of stories but a significant work of children's literature that embodies the themes of nature, childhood innocence, and moral lessons, reflective of the Victorian era's fascination with anthropomorphism and the pastoral ideal. Beatrix Potter, a pioneering figure in children's literature, drew inspiration from her own idyllic experiences in the English countryside, where her love for nature flourished. Her background as a naturalist and illustrator profoundly influenced the enchanting characters and detailed illustrations present in her narratives. Potter's dedication to depicting the rural landscape and animal life truthfully mirrors her desire to connect children with the wonders of nature, fostering a sense of empathy and respect for the environment. To readers of all ages, "The World of Peter Rabbit & His Friends" is a timeless classic that transcends generations. Ideal for both young readers and adults, it encourages exploration and imagination while imparting valuable life lessons through its beloved characters. This enchanting collection is a must-read, inviting you to revisit the whimsical world Potter so masterfully created.

Technische Details

• Geräte: eReader
• ohne Kopierschutz
• Größe: 33.03MB
• FamilySharing(5)

Barrierefreiheit

• Text-to-Speech

Autor

Beatrix Potter (1866-1943) stands as one of the most beloved and influential figures in children's literature. Her work as an author and illustrator, most notably encapsulated in 'The World of Peter Rabbit & His Friends', has delighted generations with its charming anthropomorphism and vibrant portrayal of English countryside life. Potter's writing career began with 'The Tale of Peter Rabbit', self-published in 1901, before being picked up by Frederick Warne & Co. Her literary achievements were accompanied by meticulous illustrations, which brought the tales to life with exquisite attention to detail and colour. She was noted for drawing on her own observations of nature, spending much of her life in the Lake District and farming her land responsibly, an early nod towards conservation. Potter's narrative style often intertwined gentle humour with a moral compass, teaching young readers about consequence and virtue through her array of animal characters. Beyond her prominent works featuring Peter Rabbit, her contribution to literature includes over twenty books that retain a timeless quality, weaving fantasy into the pastoral vistas of English nature. Her legacy is preserved not only through her stories but also through her conservation efforts and the Beatrix Potter Society, which upholds her artistic and ecological contributions to the world.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: DigiCat
• Seitenzahl: 390
• Altersempfehlung: ab 1 Jahre
• Erscheinungstermin: 9. Dezember 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 8596547747611
• Artikelnr.: 69608106