by Thornton W. Burgess | 1920
Step into the gentle world of Mrs. Peter Rabbit, a 1920 classic by Thornton W. Burgess, the American storyteller who turned bedtime tales into a love letter to nature.
This story follows Peter Rabbit’s search for companionship, his marriage to Miss Fuzzytail, and their adventures in the old Briar Patch. Burgess weaves charm with quiet wisdom, wrapping lessons on kindness, common sense, and the natural world into every page.
A timeless tale from a man who turned his rough beginnings and deep love for wildlife into stories that still resonate today.
Chapter Summary:
00:00 Introduction to Mrs. Peter Rabbit
00:30 The Educational Essence of the Tale
01:09 Thornton W. Burgess: The Man Behind the Story
01:48 The Catalyst for a Writing Career
02:08 A Prolific Writer’s Journey