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A Collection of Beatrix Potter Stories

by Beatrix Potter (1866–1943)

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

"A Collection of Beatrix Potter Stories" by Beatrix Potter is a delightful collection of children's tales written in the early 20th century. The stories feature charming animal characters that experience various adventures, often with lessons about honesty, friendship, and mischief. Renowned figures like Peter Rabbit, Benjamin Bunny, and Jemima Puddle-Duck capture the hearts of readers, aiming to entertain both children and adults alike. The opening portion introduces readers to some of Potter's beloved characters and provides glimpses into their whimsical lives. For instance, in "The Tale of Peter Rabbit," we meet Peter, a curious and somewhat naughty rabbit who disobeys his mother's warning to stay out of Mr. McGregor's garden. As Peter explores, he encounters various mishaps while trying to escape the clutches of Mr. McGregor. This narrative sets the stage for charming escapades that highlight each character's unique traits and situations. Overall, the beginning captures the playful, yet cautionary tone of Potter's storytelling that has endeared her to generations.

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

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The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter

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."

THEN old Mrs. Rabbit took a basket and her umbrella, to the baker's. She bought a loaf of brown bread and five currant buns.

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Contents

  1. The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter
  2. For the Children of Sawrey from Old Mr. Bunny
  3. The Tale of the Flopsy Bunnies
  4. The Roly-Poly Pudding
  5. The Tale of Mr. Tod
  6. The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle
  7. The Tale of Ginger & Pickles
  8. The Story of Miss Moppet
  9. For Stephanie from Cousin B
  10. For Many Unknown Little Friends, Including Monica
  11. The Pie and the Patty-Pan
  12. The Tale of Pigling Bland
  13. For W. M. L. W. The Little Girl Who Had the Doll House

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This free edition of A Collection of Beatrix Potter Stories by Beatrix Potter comes from Project Gutenberg eBook #582, released 1996-07-01. 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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