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Thornton W. Burgess

The Adventures Of Poor Mrs. Quack Paperback Book

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Complete illustrated edition
Out of print, now restored
Classic American animal fables
Perfect for read-aloud sessions
Collector's item cultural treasure
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Hook A sly fox, a bold rabbit, and a chorus of curious woodland friends come to life in timeless fashion. The Adventures Of Poor Mrs. Quack invites young readers and weary adults alike to a warm, oldfashioned world where animal antics and morals unfold with charm and wit. This complete illustrated edition offers more than a story collection it delivers a doorway into early twentieth century america through the New England countryside, told in accessible, home read aloud style. The adventures blend playful episodes with gentle lessons, firmly rooted in aesop inspired animal tales and the best of golden age childrens literature. Readers will relish a lively menagerie, where mischievous woodland creatures navigate friendship, courage and consequence, keeping the pages as much about character as action. Historically, Burgesss tales shaped a generation of classic animal fables for kids and helped anchor a distinctly American tradition of animal fiction for young audiences. The books enduring appeal lies in its warmth, clarity and moral texturequalities that make it a cherished item for casual readers and a coveted addition for classicliterature collectors alike. Selling points are clear out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions restored for todays and future generations more than a reprinta collectors item and a cultural treasure. This is a homegrown, complete illustrated edition that fits proudly in any home read aloud collection or classic favourites shelf.

SKU: M9789354758065
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Binding: Paperback;58 pages; Publisher: Alpha Editions; Classification: N/A; Weight: 219.79 g; Dimensions: N/A

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