The Complete Works

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This edition includes: The Tale of Peter Rabbit The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin The Tailor of Gloucester The Tale of Benjamin Bunny The Tale of Two Bad Mice The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle The Tale of the Pie and the Patty-Pan The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher The Story of a Fierce Bad Rabbit The Story of Miss Moppet The Tale of Tom Kitten The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck The Tale of Samuel Whiskers (The Roly-Poly Pudding) The Tale of the Flopsy Bunnies The Tale of Ginger and Pickles The Tale of Mrs. Tittlemouse The Tale of Timmy Tiptoes The Tale of Mr. Tod The Tale of Pigling Bland Appley Dapply's Nursery Rhymes The Tale of Johnny Town-Mouse Cecily Parsley's Nursery Rhymes Beatrix Potter (1866-1943) was an English author, illustrator, natural scientist, and conservationist best known for her children's books featuring animals. Potter's artistic and literary interests were deeply influenced by fairies, fairy tales and fantasy. Her best known picture book is The Tale of Peter Rabbit which was also her first publication. The great success was followed by the number of successful children's books about animals, such as The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin, The Tailor of Gloucester and The Tale of Benjamin Bunny. She carried on to write and illustrate until her diminishing eyesight made it difficult to continue. Potter's books continue to sell throughout the world in many languages with her stories being retold in song, film, ballet, and animation.

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Beatrix Potter, born Helen Beatrix Potter on July 28, 1866, in Kensington, London, was an English writer, illustrator, natural scientist, and conservationist best known for her children's books featuring animals. Potter's vivid imagination and her keen observation of nature were evident from an early age, skills she honed throughout her life. Her literary journey began with the now iconic 'The Tale of Peter Rabbit,' which, after initial rejections, was self-published in 1901 and later picked up by Frederick Warne & Co. This tale went on to become a children's classic, leading to a series of books that include 'The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin,' 'The Tale of Tom Kitten,' and many others. These narrative treasures are celebrated for their detailed illustrations, anthropomorphic animal characters, and charming rural settings. Potter's literary style was remarkable for its combination of whimsy and realism, speaking to both children and adults. Throughout her career, she composed a landmark collection, often anthologized as 'The Complete Works of Beatrix Potter,' capturing the pastoral essence of the English countryside. Beyond her storytelling, Potter was also a respected natural scientist and a passionate advocate for land preservation; she used her earnings to purchase and conserve vast tracts of farmland and countryside, which she later bequeathed to the National Trust. Beatrix Potter remains a beloved figure in children's literature, with her tales enduring in popularity for their universal appeal and her legacy in conservation continuing to inspire environmental stewardship. She died on December 22, 1943, in Near Sawrey, Lancashire, but left behind a rich world of stories that continue to capture the imaginations of readers around the globe.

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