The Tale of Peter Rabbit

by Beatrix Potter

Overview

NATIONAL BESTSELLER• One of the best-loved children’s picture books of all time, available as a mini hardcover for little hands! A classic tale that teaches the importance of making smart decisions, this edition features restored and never-before-seen illustrations!

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

So begins Beatrix Potter’s classic story of Peter Rabbit, a mischievous rabbit living with his mom and three sisters under the root of a fir-tree. When Mrs. Rabbit warns her children to stay out of Mr. McGregor’s vegetable garden, Peter decides to take his chances. But after Mr. McGregor finds Peter and chases him out, Peter must ask for help to get back home safely.

Featuring both restored and never-before-seen illustrations from acclaimed author Beatrix Potter, and with a valuable lesson at its center, The Tale of Peter Rabbit is a beautiful addition to every child’s library, and a worldwide classic that stands the test of time.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780723247708
Publisher:	Penguin Young Readers Group
Publication date:	09/16/2002
Series:	Peter Rabbit , #1
Edition description:	Original
Pages:	72
Product dimensions:	4.18(w) x 5.44(h) x 0.45(d)
Age Range:	3 - 5 Years

About the Author

Beatrix Potter loved the countryside and spent much of her childhood drawing and studying animals. The Tale of Peter Rabbit¸ published in 1902, was her first book, expanded from an illustrated letter she had sent to a young friend. Beatrix Potter went on to publish more than 20 tales and collections of rhymes.

Read an Excerpt

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.

Editorial Reviews

Peter Rabbit and his sisters Flopsy, Mopsy and Cottontail go out to play while mother is out shopping. There's one place they're not allowed: Mr Macgregor's garden, where Peter's poor father met a sticky end, once upon a time.

However, naughty Peter pays his mother's advice no heed and sneaks under the gate to munch on Mr Macgregor's delicious carrots. Even though Peter makes a hurried escape, his over-full tummy is his final undoing when mother puts him to bed without any dinner and just a cup of chamomile tea.

Beatrix Potter's iconic tale of the naughty rabbit has been a favourite with children and parents ever since it was published in 1902. Potter's charming, expressive rabbits have a timeless charm, and the story of the gentle consequences of disobeying one's parents is as relevant as ever. - Book Trust UK

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