The Tale of Peter Rabbit
A Story Board Book
A sturdy, colorful board book edition of The Tale of Peter Rabbit that’s perfect for little hands everywhere!
In this generously-sized book, young children can experience the enchantment of Beatrix Potter's famous tale of naughty Peter Rabbit's adventures in Mr. McGregor's garden. Simple text and beautiful illustrations bring the classic story to life, making this a great gift for the holidays, to welcome a new baby, or as a must-have for every family's bookshelf!
$10.99
March 1, 1999Beatrix Potter was born on July 28, 1866, at No. 2, Bolton Gardens, Kensington, London. Beatrix Potter discovered her love of nature on annual summer holidays in Scotland and the Lake District. On September 4, 1893, Beatrix sat down to write a picture letter to Noel Moore, the five-year-old son of her ex-governess, all about a naughty rabbit called Peter. Noel was ill in bed and so Beatrix wrote to him: "My dear Noel, I don't know what to write to you, so I shall tell you a story about four little rabbits. . . . " Some years later, Beatrix thought of publishing the story as a book. She rewrote it into an exercise book and sent it to…