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The Great Big Treasury of Beatrix Potter

by Beatrix Potter (1866–1943)

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  • 2 hours to read
  • 4 chapters
  • Reading level: 6th grade

"The Great Big Treasury of Beatrix Potter" by Beatrix Potter is a delightful collection of children's stories that was likely compiled in the late 19th century. This charming anthology features beloved tales such as "The Tale of Peter Rabbit" and "The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin," showcasing enchanting animal characters and whimsical adventures that captivate young readers. At the start of this collection, the opening tale introduces us to Peter Rabbit, a mischievous little bunny who, despite his mother’s warnings, sneaks into Mr. McGregor's garden. His escapade leads him into a series of frantic encounters with Mr. McGregor, showcasing a mix of excitement and panic as he tries to escape. Other tales, like "The Tale of Benjamin Bunny" and "The Tale of Tom Kitten," follow suit with charming narratives about familial ties and the antics of endearing animal characters, all wrapped in Potter's trademark whimsical prose and enchanting illustrations. These opening stories set the stage for a fantastical journey through the world of anthropomorphic animals, appealing to both children and adults alike.

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  • Short stories
  • Children's stories, English
  • Animals

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By Beatrix Potter

THE TALE OF
PETER RABBIT

Once upon a time there were
four little Rabbits, and their names
were—
Flopsy,
Mopsy,
Cotton-tail,
and Peter.

They lived with their Mother in a
sand-bank, underneath the root of a
very big fir-tree.

"Now, my dears," said old Mrs.
Rabbit one morning, "you may go into
the fields or down the lane, but don't
go into Mr. McGregor's garden: your
Father had an accident there; he was
put in a pie by Mrs. McGregor."

"Now run along, and don't get into
mischief. I am going out."

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Contents

  1. By Beatrix Potter
  2. No More Twist
  3. But Nutkin Was in His Waistcoat Pocket!
  4. Ginger and Pickles

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This free edition of The Great Big Treasury of Beatrix Potter by Beatrix Potter comes from Project Gutenberg eBook #572, released 1996-06-01. It is in the public domain in the United States, so you can read it here in full at no cost, on any phone, tablet or computer. Genre: Short Stories, Children & Young Adult Reading, British Literature.

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