The Tale of Tom Kitten and The Tale of two Bad Mice

by Beatrix Potter

Overview

The tale begins with three feline siblings – Tom Kitten and his sisters Moppet and Mittens – tumbling about the doorstep and playing in the dust. Their mother, Mrs. Tabitha Twitchit, expects "fine company" for tea so she fetches the children indoors to wash and dress them before her friends arrive. Tom is "very naughty" and scratches his mother while she grooms him. Tabitha dresses Moppet and Mittens in clean pinafores and tuckers, and Tom in "all sorts of elegant uncomfortable clothes" taken from a chest of drawers. Tom is fat and bursts several buttons, but his mother sews them back on again.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783987441769
Publisher:	Otbebookpublishing
Publication date:	05/10/2022
Series:	Classics To Go
Sold by:	Bookwire
Format:	eBook
Pages:	24
File size:	3 MB

About the Author

Beatrix Potter (1866-1943) was an English writer, illustrator, natural scientist, and conservationist, best known for her beloved children's books featuring animals, such as "The Tale of Peter Rabbit." Born into a wealthy family in London, Potter was largely educated at home, where she developed a keen interest in nature and art. Her detailed illustrations and charming stories have captivated generations of readers, blending whimsy with a deep appreciation for the natural world.Potter's work was revolutionary in its time, breaking away from the moralistic and didactic children's literature of the Victorian era. Her characters, often mischievous and independent, reflected a more modern view of childhood. She was also a pioneering female entrepreneur, retaining the rights to her illustrations and stories, which allowed her to control the production and marketing of her books.Beyond her literary contributions, Potter was a dedicated conservationist. She used the proceeds from her books to purchase large tracts of land in the Lake District, which she later bequeathed to the National Trust, ensuring the preservation of the region's natural beauty.Potter's life was not without controversy. Her relationship with her publisher, Norman Warne, was frowned upon by her parents due to class differences, and her engagement to him was tragically cut short by his untimely death. Despite these personal challenges, Potter's legacy endures, influencing contemporary writers and illustrators who continue to draw inspiration from her work. Her commitment to environmental conservation and her role as a trailblazing female author and businesswoman make her a figure of enduring relevance and admiration.
Helen Beatrix Potter (28 July 1866 – 22 December 1943) was an English writer, illustrator, natural scientist, and conservationist. She is best known for her children's books featuring animals, such as The Tale of Peter Rabbit.