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The Adventures of Bob White is yet another delightful tale in the long line of children’s classics written by beloved conservationist Thornton W. Burgess. In this charming volume, readers are introduced to the daily life of Bob White and his faithful mate, Mrs. Bob White, as they set out to build a new home near the Old Briar Patch. Their choice of neighbors brings them into friendly association with Peter Rabbit, and through their adventures we come to see how the woods and meadows are filled with both companionship and danger.
Burgess weaves lessons into the story with his characteristic warmth and simplicity. We discover what foods tempt Bob White’s appetite, how cleverly he and his mate protect their nest from prowling eyes, and the subtle differences between friends to be trusted and enemies to be feared. Along the way, the author gently reminds young readers that curiosity is not always wise, that arithmetic can be more useful than one might expect, and that life in the wild carries constant risks—especially from the dreaded two-legged creatures who wander the fields with their fire-sticks.
This book continues Burgess’s tradition of blending wholesome entertainment with an appreciation for nature and its creatures. Children will find themselves caught up in the adventures of the little partridge family, learning valuable lessons in caution, courage, and good sense, while also enjoying the familiar woodland setting that has made Burgess’s stories so enduring for generations.
About the Author
Thornton W. Burgess (1874–1965) was an American naturalist and children’s author best known for his beloved animal stories that combined entertainment with gentle lessons about nature. Over his long career, he wrote more than 170 books and thousands of newspaper columns featuring memorable characters like Peter Rabbit, Jimmy Skunk, and Reddy Fox. Burgess had a gift for weaving the habits and habitats of real animals into engaging tales that encouraged children to appreciate and respect the natural world. His work made him a pioneer of early conservation writing for young readers, and his stories remain classics of children’s literature.
